Shubman Gill’s Iconic Bow After Stunning Century in 1st Test vs Bangladesh

Team India’s opening batter, Shubman Gill, responded to questions about his place in the Test side in the most emphatic fashion, scoring a stunning century in the second innings of the first Test against Bangladesh at the Chepauk Stadium, Chennai. The 25-year-old marked his return to form with a knock of 161 balls, showcasing his fluid stroke play and silencing critics who questioned his credentials in the longest format.

Gill had a rough start to the match, being dismissed for a duck in the first innings due to an unfortunate strangle down the leg side. However, he redeemed himself with a majestic knock in India’s second innings, leading the charge with his customary free-flowing style. Upon reaching his century, Gill celebrated with his trademark bowing gesture, acknowledging the support of the dressing room and the crowd at Chepauk.

This century marked Gill’s fifth in Test cricket, and it was his third of the year. While his overall Test average sits in the mid-30s, the talented opener has been in exceptional form in recent months. He came into the Bangladesh series on the back of a strong home series against England, where he amassed two centuries and two half-centuries in his final six innings.

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Four of Gill’s five Test centuries have come on Indian soil, further solidifying his place as a crucial player for India in home conditions. His latest performance is likely to reinforce his spot in the Test squad, as he continues to show glimpses of his immense potential at just 25 years of age.