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NEW DELHI: Team India opener Shubman Gill’s outstanding century in the third ODI against England made headlines on Wednesday, but his dismissal brought an end to what was a scintillating knock.
After India were put in to bat following England’s decision to bowl, Gill’s blazing 112 off 102 balls put the hosts in a commanding position.
Gill had also become the fastest to reach 2,500 runs in ODI history — a remarkable achievement for the young star.
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His knock included 14 4s and three 6s, and his ability to accelerate the scoring rate without losing composure was a testament to his growing maturity and skill in limited-overs cricket.
Alongside him, Virat Kohli played a measured knock, making 52 off 57 balls after the early fall of Rohit Sharma.
Their efforts helped India put up a competitive total, though the fall of Gill’s wicket, caught behind by Phil Salt off Adil Rashid in the 35th over, marked a significant moment in the match.
His departure left India at 226/3, with Shreyas Iyer still at the crease on 52 off 46 balls, looking to build on the platform set by Gill and the other top-order batsmen.
England’s bowlers, led by Mark Wood and Adil Rashid, have kept a check on India’s progress, with Rashid’s spell proving crucial as he accounted for both Gill and Kohli.
Despite the loss of wickets, India’s aggressive batting has set the stage for a thrilling finish, with Shreyas Iyer and the lower order still to come.
India will look to capitalise on the solid foundation laid by Gill, with a potential series sweep on the cards if they can maintain their momentum.
