Shubman Gill, an upcoming young Indian cricketer, gained recognition after his impressive performance in the 2018 U-19 World Cup, where he scored 418 runs at an average of 104.50. Prior to this, he had already showcased his talent at the local level and was awarded the Best Junior Cricketer by the BCCI. Representing Punjab at the national level, Gill made his List A debut in 2016 and his first-class cricket debut in 2017. His exceptional performances in both formats earned him a spot in the Kolkata Knight Riders team for the 2018 IPL auctions. With his promising skills, Gill is expected to have a successful career in Indian cricket.
Quick Facts
- Indian Celebrities Born In September
- Age: 24 Years, 24 Year Old Males
- Family: father – Lakhwinder Singh, mother – Keart Gill
- Cricketers
- Indian Men
- Height: 5’10” (178 cm), 5’10” Males
Shubman Gill’s Early Career
Shubman Gill started playing cricket at a young age and quickly made a name for himself. He is a right-hand batsman who represents Punjab and usually plays at the top-order. His ability to score big runs with style caught the attention of selectors, and he was drafted into the Under-19 World Cup Squad as the vice-captain.
Impressive Achievements
In 2014, Gill played in the Inter-District Under-16 competition and scored an impressive 351 runs. He also shared a record opening stand of 587. He continued his success in the Under-16 state competition, where he scored an unbeaten double century in the Vijay Merchant Trophy. These achievements earned him the best junior cricketer award for two consecutive years by BCCI.
First-Class Debut and National Recognition
Gill made his first-class debut for Punjab in the Ranji Trophy series in 2017. He made an impact right away, scoring a half-century in his debut match and an aggressive 129 runs in the next match. He was considered one of the top contenders for the national U-19 team and proved his worth by scoring over 351 runs in four innings during the Youth ODI series against England. He was named the Man of the Series for his outstanding performance.
Success at the U-19 World Cup
Gill played a crucial role in India’s victory at the 2018 U-19 World Cup. He was the team’s highest scorer in the tournament and was awarded the player of the tournament. His exceptional performance caught the attention of IPL teams, and he was bought by the Kolkata Knight Riders for INR 1.8 crores in the 2018 IPL auctions.
Recognition and Future Potential
After returning from New Zealand, Gill participated in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and scored 123 runs in a match against Karnataka. His match-winning performances have not gone unnoticed by the media, who have touted him as the next Virat Kohli.
Personal Life and Interests
Shubman Gill was born on September 8, 1999, in Fazilka, Punjab. His father is an agriculturalist, and the family moved from Chak Khere Wala to Mohali to support Shubman’s cricket career. Gill’s passion for cricket started at a young age, and his family provided him with the best support and environment to pursue his dreams. His father, who had aspirations of being a cricketer himself, trained Shubman in the early years. Besides cricket, Gill also enjoys swimming. His favorite cricketers are Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli.