Eng vs Ind: When Shubmangill became Indian captain, cricket fraternity reacted and hit the second floor test in the UK
This is an important achievement for Indian cricket. Shubman Gill Became the first Indian captain to win a double century in a test match England Reaching soil, historic milestones Day 2 of the second test at Edgbaston.
Shubman Gill makes history in the first two centuries by the British Indian captain
With his unbeaten day back in 114, Gill continued from where he left off on the first day, exhibiting incredibly calm, disciplined and elegant stroke plays to double the test of his maiden. His innings were a blend of perseverance and authority, countering the offensive of disciplined English and making batting easy on the surface that provided early movement.
By doing so, Gill joined England in an exclusive club of hundreds of Indian batters, twice as many times as much, and joined the legend. Sunil GavaskarIn 1979, he won 221 in the oval shape, Rahul Dravid202 was edited at the same venue in 2002. What sets Gill apart is the fact that he was the first Indian test captain to achieve a feat in England. Mohammad Azharuddin179 at Old Trafford in 1990 Virat Kohli149 at Edgbaston in 2018. This historic doubleton marked Gill’s highest test score and firmly established him as a leader rising under pressure.
What makes this knock even more special is the context of Gill’s struggle in the conditions of Senna (South Africa, UK, New Zealand, Australia). Entering the series, Gill averaged just 25.7 in China, with only half-century records of just two. There were tweets about his form and ability to deliver under pressure, especially in a long form away from home. However, in Edgbaston, Gill responded with an age performance, seeing critics and his team in tricky situations.
Gil and Rabindra Jadeha’s partnership will change the trend towards India’s favor
India was wandering on the first day on 211/5, but with Gil Rabindra Jadaja We got together. The masterclass of Test Match Batting was then under pressure as the pair stitched together the monumental 203 run stand for the sixth wicket.
Jadeja played an important supporting role, combining defense with selective aggression, while Gill matured and secured the innings surprisingly well. The duo’s synergy was evident as they efficiently rotated the strikes and accurately punished loose delivery. The English bowlers struggled, and their early success was cancelled by the calm and resilience of Gil and Jadeha. Jadeja missed a century just a few times and fell into a sharp short delivery after falling to 89, which compiled the 89 Josh’s tongue Just before lunch on the second day. There was still damage. Their partnership pushed India over 400, silenced critics and put visitors at commander. Following Jadeja’s firing, Gill found a capable partner Washington Sundaalhe added over 50 fast stands that propelled India over 500
Here’s how the cricketers responded:
take a bow @shubmangill! Make it look very easy on a big stage! A well-played, well-deserved 2 century 💯 Examples that cannot be stopped when the intention is clear #indvseng pic.twitter.com/a1jxyvkzni
– Yuvraj Singh (@yuvstrong12) July 3, 2025
Beautiful from Shubman Gill. He was very calm and not violated. He was promoted to another level.
-Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) July 3, 2025
Welcome to the 200 Club @shubmangill🔥#engvind #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/ldztcphach
– Mayank Agarwal (@mayankcricket) July 3, 2025
The new Indian captain announced himself in the UK. Best score by British Indian fabric 👏Get a bow @shubmangill! #engvind pic.twitter.com/zboqijjlic
-Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) July 3, 2025
The first Indian captain to win 200 in British soil. The resolve in Shubman Gill’s eyes was very clear. From attractive strokes to solid defense, this special inning had everything there was there
– Irfan Pathan (@irfanpathan) July 3, 2025
Gil Arya!
His three innings as Captain and Shubman Gill already have double tons. As a perfect knock, as you get it. What an impressive young man! #engvind pic.twitter.com/b5mcw5aee3
– DeepDasgupta (@deepdasgupta7) July 3, 2025
Early Signs This series is primarily about two innings. It’s like a tennis match, winning the first two sets is not a guarantee of victory. Well done! Well done new Indian batting! 👏👏👏
-Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) July 3, 2025
Gil’s double
A great start to his leadership stint, this will make him a good world to move forward.
It’s time for India to hit the ball all day. #indvseng pic.twitter.com/mrbjhyhzwl
– Ashwin (@ashwinravi99) July 3, 2025
Wow @shubmangill
Pure class batting, as a result #Doublecentury #Gil #indvsendttest test pic.twitter.com/s7wzehmml-MunafPatel (@munafpa99881129) July 3, 2025
Maiden double for Shubmangill of Test Cricket#shubmangill #engvind #crickettwitter pic.twitter.com/vqorf4iqgo
-crickettimes.com (@crickettimeshq) July 3, 2025