Shubman Gill's 269 is the highest Test score by an Indian captain surpassing Virat Kohli's 254*.
The greatest Test score by an Indian captain and the highest by an Indian batter in a Test outside of Asia, 269, was recorded by Shubman Gill on Thursday, cementing his place in Indian cricket history. However, Mohammed Siraj had to remind him to complete the tradition.
Gill achieved his double-century in the 122nd over of India's opening innings at Edgbaston, after spending more than ten hours at the wicket across two days.
A fist pump, a dazzling smile, taking off the helmet, a punch in the air, and then bowing down in recognition were all part of the sincere celebrations. In the midst of the excitement and applause, the India captain briefly lost sight of his trademark bow celebration.
Gill had just given his batting partner, Washington Sundar, a hug when he turned to face the Indian dressing room, where Siraj, positioned in front of the players and support personnel, mimicked the well-known motion with his arms. The message arrived instantly.
The Edgbaston crowd erupted in acclaim as Gill, still staring at the dressing room, instantly responded with his signature graceful bow, which has come to be associated with his Test hundreds.
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Shubman Gill ultimately fell for 269 off 387 balls with 30 fours and 3 sixes to his name. Thanks to his brilliant knock, India managed 587 runs in the first innings of the second Test in Birmingham.