Shubman Gill Total Centuries in All Formats

Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill, the name that doesn’t even need an introduction now. He has already established a pretty impressive legacy with his beautiful strokeplay and the calmness he maintains. Just being in his 25, Gill has already demonstrated his abilities in all the formats- Tests, ODIs, T20Is, IPL, and domestic cricket. Right from being a U-19 World Cup Star to becoming one of the rising stars in the internationals, his 100s have not only helped win the tournaments but also the hearts of people. Below is the breakdown of Gill’s total number of centuries across all formats.

How Many International Centuries Has Shubman Gill Scored?

To date, Shubman Gill has 9 international centuries owned by his including the Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. Let’s analyse the number in the format-wise breakdown.

Test Centuries: 2

In December 2020, Gill made his first debut in the tests against Australia in the Melbourne Cricket Ground. A few years later, he achieved his first century.

• 1st Test Century: 110 vs Bangladesh (Chattogram, 2022)
• 2nd Test Century: 128 vs Australia (Ahmedabad, 2023)

Shubman Gill’s score of 128 against Australia at the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2023 was very critical. It came with a lot of pressure, also leading to a draw in the series. His calm temperament while playing onthe pitch has been compared to other great players like Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman.

ODI Centuries: 6

Surprisingly, Gill has turned out to be one of the most consistent ODI batsmen. He has the talent to anchor the innings whilst also knowing well when a thrust is needed.

• 1st ODI Century: 130 vs Zimbabwe (Harare, 2022)
• Double Century: 208 vs New Zealand (Hyderabad, 2023)
• Other Centuries

• 116 vs Sri Lanka (Thiruvanthapuram, 2023)
• 112 vs Bangladesh (Asia Cup, 2023)
• 121 vs Australia (Indore, 2023)
• 104 vs West Indies (Port of Spain, 2024)

Shubman hit a double century with a score of 208 against New Zealand, breaking the record and becoming the youngest Indian to make double centuries in ODIs. He even exceeded the great legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag.

T20I Centuries: 1

T20I may not be Gill’s main format,, but still he has proven by his performance that he can rule over the T20s as well.

• T20I Century; 126 vs New Zealand (Ahmedabad, 2023)

Gill completed this century within just 63 balls, which is the highest score by an Indian player in the T20Is till now. This score also broke Virat’s record at the T20Is.

Shubman Gill’s Centuries in IPL

Shubman Gill entered the IPL playing for the Kolkata Knight Riders. But true magic was seen when he started playing for the Gujarat Titans, which made him a match winner and an Orange Cap holder.

IPL Centuries: 3

1. 101 vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Ahmedabad, 2023

• Assisted in qualifying the GT for the playoffs

2. 104 vs Royal Challengers Bangalore – Bengaluru, 2023

• Interesting chase for the win with constant pressure

3. 129 vs Mumbai Indians – Qualifier 2, Ahmedabad, 2023

• Best strikes ever, making way for the Gujarat Titans into the finals.

Impact of IPL Centuries

Gill made the highest score by scoring 129 in the IPL playoffs against the Mumbai Indians. His stunning performance was very influential, leading to his direct selection in the squad for the T20I. These centuries truly showed how Gill was good at maintaining pace, calmness, and also increased his stealth mode when required. He’s already accomplished succes,s which only most of the players can dream of at the age of 25.

Domestic cricket Centuries

Domestic cricket is the base from which Shubman Gill started making moves for nationals.

First-Class Centuries: 10+

• He has scored 268 in his innings vs Tamil Nadu at the 2019 Ranji Trophy, grabbing the attention of selectors.
• Hit a double 100 with a score of 204 against West Indies in an unofficial Test.

List A Centuries: 8+

• Gill has scored many centuries playing for Punjab at both the Vijay Hazare Trophy and India A matches.

Role in National Selection

Shubman’s performance of 372 runs at an average of 124 at the 2018 U-19 World Cup, which also included a century in the semis against Pakistan, was the turning point of his life. Although it was his consistency duringthe Ranji Trophy and India A  that ensured that he was ready to head towards the big playground.

Most Iconic or Record-Breaking Centuries

Fastest Century:

• T20I Century (126 off 54 balls)- fastest by any Indian in the shortest format.

Double Century:

• ODIs (208)- The best ODI knockouts by any Indian opener against New Zealand in 2023.

Comparison with Peers:

At the age of 25:

• Shubman had more international centuries compared to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma at the same age.
• He has a record of a better ODI average than most of his peers, including Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ishan Kishan.

Match-Winning Knocks:

• 129 vs Mumbai Indians (IPL 2023 Qualifier)
• 208 vs New Zealand (ODI where Indian won by 12 runs)
• 126 vs New Zealand (T20I considered as India’s one of the biggest win defeating NZ by 168 runs)

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