Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill was awarded a special memento in recognition of his upcoming 100th Indian Premier League (IPL) appearance. The ceremony took place on Tuesday just before the match against the Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Amidst applause from his teammates, Gill received a plaque commemorating his achievement. The young cricketer, visibly touched by the gesture, then led his team onto the field for the crucial encounter.
In a significant turn of events, Gill, in his milestone match, won the toss and elected to bowl first against the Delhi Capitals. Speaking at the toss, Gill expressed his gratitude for reaching this significant landmark in his IPL career.
“It means a lot to me to play my 100th IPL match. I’ve come a long way, but there’s still a long journey ahead. However, my focus is solely on today’s match. Cricket is a game of ups and downs, and I aim to play to the best of my abilities,” Gill remarked, emphasizing his dedication to the game and the team’s objectives.
