Shubman Gill: The Future of Indian Cricket – Biography, Stats & Achievements

Shubman Gill Biography, Career Stats, IPL Records & Achievements

Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill is an elegant right-handed batsman from India, known for his calm temperament and stylish stroke play. He became the fastest Indian to score 2,000 runs in ODIs and was the Player of the Tournament in the 2018 ICC U-19 World Cup. A rising star, he is one of the key players for India in both ODIs and Tests.

Shubman Gill Profile Overview

Shubman Gill Profile
Attribute Details
Full Name Shubman Singh Gill
Born September 8, 1999 (Fazilka, Punjab, India)
Father’s Name Lakhwinder Singh Gill
Batting Style Right-Handed Batsman
Bowling Style Right-arm Off-break
Role Opening Batsman
Teams Played For India, Punjab, Kolkata Knight Riders, Gujarat Titans

Shubman Gill Career Statistics & Records

Cricket Career Stats
Format Matches Runs Average Highest Score 100s/50s
Test 32 1,893 35.06 128 5/7
ODI 50 2,587 60.16 208 7/15
T20I 21 578 30.42 126 1/3
IPL 103 3,216 37.84 129 4/20

Shubman Gill IPL Stats

IPL Stats
Year Matches Runs Average Strike Rate 100s/50s Team
2018 13 203 33.83 146.04 0/1 KKR
2019 14 296 32.88 124.36 0/3 KKR
2020 14 440 33.84 117.96 0/3 KKR
2021 17 478 28.11 118.90 0/3 KKR
2022 16 483 34.50 132.32 0/4 GT
2023 17 890 59.33 157.80 3/4 GT

Shubman Gill Test Cricket Stats

Stat Details
Matches 13 (as of February 2025)
Innings 24
Runs 800+
Batting Average 35.00+
Hundreds 2
Fifties 4
Highest Score 127*

Shubman Gill ODI Stats

Stat Details
Matches 50+ (as of February 2025)
Innings 90+
Runs 2,000+ (fastest Indian)
Batting Average 50.00+
Hundreds 5+
Fifties 12+
Highest Score 208

Shubman Gill U-19 World Cup 2018 Performance

Cricket Stats
Matches Runs Average Strike Rate Highest Score 100s/50s
6 418 104.50 112.38 102* 1/3

Shubman Gill Achievements & Records

Achievement Details
Fastest Indian to 2,000 ODI runs Achieved in 2023
Youngest Double-Century Scorer in ODIs Achieved in 2023
ICC U-19 World Cup 2018 "Player of the Tournament" Winner
Orange Cap Winner (IPL 2023) Top Scorer in IPL 2023

Shubman Gill Life and Background

Shubman Gill was born on September 8, 1999, in Fazilka, Punjab, India. His father, Lakhwinder Singh Gill, was a farmer who saw cricketing potential in his son at a very young age.
To provide the best facilities, his family moved to Mohali, where he trained at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium. His dedication and skill quickly caught the attention of selectors.
Shubman’s initial breakthrough came when he was selected for the Punjab Under-16 team, and he performed exceptionally well. His consistent performances led to his inclusion in the Under-19 Punjab squad.

Shubman Gill Domestic Cricket Career

Gill made his first-class debut for Punjab in 2017 during the Ranji Trophy, making an immediate impact.

  • Ranji Trophy 2017–18: Scored a brilliant 129 runs in only his third match.
  • Vijay Hazare Trophy: Continued his form in List A cricket, proving his adaptability.
  • U-19 Cricket World Cup 2018: His breakthrough moment.

Shubman Gill Indian Premier League (IPL) Career

Shubman Gill was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in IPL 2018 for ₹1.8 Crore. His IPL career has seen steady progress.
  • KKR (2018–2021): Top-scorer for KKR in 2020 & 2021.
  • Gujarat Titans (2022–Present): Became one of the most consistent openers.
  • IPL 2023: Won Orange Cap for 890 runs, including three centuries.

Shubman Gill International Cricket Career

Shubman Gill Test Career

Debut: December 26, 2020, vs Australia at MCG.
Memorable Innings: 91 vs Australia at Gabba (2021) in a historic Test win.

Shubman Gill ODI Career

Debut: January 31, 2019, vs New Zealand.
Fastest to 2,000 ODI runs (38 innings).
Youngest Indian to score an ODI double century (208 vs NZ in 2023).

Shubman Gill T20I Career

Debut: January 3, 2023, vs Sri Lanka.
Maiden T20I century (126 vs New Zealand).*

Shubman Gill Playing Style & Strengths

Strong Technique – Solid footwork, excellent backfoot play.
Composure Under Pressure – Played match-winning innings in tough situations.
Versatile Batsman – Adaptable in all three formats.

Conclusion

Shubman Gill’s rise in international cricket is nothing short of remarkable. His journey from Punjab to becoming India’s premier opener showcases his dedication and passion for the game.

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