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Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill is known for his classy batting, has been in terrific form since his U-19 World Cup heroics in New Zealand, where he finished as the second highest run-getter in the tournament with 372 runs from six games as India clinched the title. Since then, Gill's career graph has only gone north. He was picked up by INR 1.8 crore by Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2018 auction and he did well batting lower down the order for the Kolkata franchise, scoring 203 runs from 13 games at an average of 33.83. The Punjab top-order batsman became India's 227th ODI player and is the seventh youngest ever to debut in the 50-over format with Sachin Tendulkar being the youngest at 16 years and 238 days.

Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill update: Skipper to miss South Africa ODI series, two captaincy candidates emerge
Cricket | Nov 22, 2025, 11:00 PM IST
Shubman Gill suffered a neck injury during the first Test against South Africa and missed out on playing in the second match. Meanwhile, Gill is set to miss the ODI series against South Africa as two players are in the race for the captaincy.
Why is Shubman Gill not playing for India in the 2nd Test vs South Africa in Guwahati?
Cricket | Nov 22, 2025, 09:01 AM IST
With India taking on South Africa in the 2nd Test of the ongoing multi-format series, let us have a look at why regular skipper Shubman Gill is not featuring for India in the clash at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati.
Shubman Gill ruled out, 2 changes? Predicting India's likely XI for 2nd Test against South Africa
Cricket | Nov 21, 2025, 03:33 PM IST
India will be without their regular skipper, Shubman Gill, for the second and final Test against South Africa in Guwahati, with Rishabh Pant set to lead the side. South Africa are 1-0 ahead in the series and India will be keen to level the series.

Captain Shubman Gill released from India's squad ahead of 2nd Test in Guwahati, new captain named
Cricket | Nov 21, 2025, 01:19 PM IST
Indian captain Shubman Gill will not be part of the second and final Test against South Africa in Guwahati, after being ruled out of the clash due to a neck injury. Gill travelled with the Indian team contingent to Guwahati and will now travel to Mumbai for further assessment.
Why is Sai Sudharsan not best option to replace Shubman Gill in India's Playing XI for 2nd Test?
Cricket | Nov 20, 2025, 08:35 PM IST
Sai Sudharsan was not picked in India's Playing XI for the first Test against South Africa, as India played Dhruv Jurel with Washington Sundar batting at No.3. With Gill set to miss the second Test, Sudharsan does not seem to be the best option to replace him. Here's why.
Who will lead India if Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer are ruled out of ODI series against South Africa?
Cricket | Nov 20, 2025, 05:11 PM IST
India are fretting over Shubman Gill's neck injury ahead of the second Test against South Africa. Moreover, Gill is also doubtful for now to feature in the subsequent ODI series against the Proteas. In his absence, who could be India's captain, with Iyer also unlikely to get fit in time.

Shubman Gill ruled out of second Test vs South Africa, Rishabh Pant to lead for first time in Tests
Cricket | Nov 19, 2025, 09:37 PM IST
India captain Shubman Gill is ruled out of the second Test vs South Africa with a neck injury. Rishabh Pant will lead, while Sai Sudharsan is likely to replace Gill. Meanwhile, the Guwahati Test features a tea break before lunch for the first time in history.
BCCI provides update on Gill's injury ahead of 2nd Test, captain's participation still not confirmed
Cricket | Nov 19, 2025, 01:34 PM IST
Indian captain Shubman Gill had suffered a neck spasm on the second day of the first Test against South Africa in Kolkata. Subsequently, the 26-year-old was admitted to the hospital and was ruled out of the remainder of the Kolkata Test after batting for just three balls.
Shubman Gill injury update: India captain to travel with team to Guwahati, will he play 2nd Test?
Cricket | Nov 18, 2025, 06:57 PM IST
Shubman Gill suffered a neck injury while batting in the first innings of the opening Test in Kolkata. There is still a suspense around his participation in the second Test but Gill is now set to travel with the team to Guwahati.

IND vs SA: 3 tactical changes India might make if Shubman Gill is ruled out of 2nd Test in Guwahati
Cricket | Nov 18, 2025, 12:44 PM IST
India captain Shubman Gill is doubtful for the second Test after suffering from a neck injury while batting in the first Test at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Already 0-1 down in the series, the hosts will have to make a few tactical changes if Gill gets ruled out of the second Test:
Shubman Gill update: India captain not to travel with team to Guwahati on Wednesday
Cricket | Nov 17, 2025, 11:06 PM IST
Shubman Gill was ruled out midway through the first Test between India and South Africa in Kolkata. As per a report, the Indian captain will not be travelling with the Indian team on Wednesday for the second Test in Guwahati.
Shubman Gill discharged from hospital after suffering neck injury during IND vs SA 1st Test
Cricket | Nov 16, 2025, 09:19 PM IST
Shubman Gill suffered a neck injury during the first Test between India and South Africa in Kolkata. He picked up the injury on Day 2 of the Kolkata Test while batting. Gill was taken to a hospital for treatment and has now been discharged from it.

Shubman Gill hospitalised with a neck spasm: What causes it and when it becomes an emergency
Health | Nov 16, 2025, 10:59 AM IST
Shubman Gill’s neck spasm during the South Africa Test left fans worried, but doctors say such spasms can escalate quickly in high-intensity sports. Sudden muscle tightening, nerve irritation or fatigue can limit movement and even affect breathing. Here’s what triggers a neck spasm.
Injured captain Shubman Gill ruled out of remainder of Kolkata Test against South Africa
Cricket | Nov 16, 2025, 09:49 AM IST
Indian captain Shubman Gill will play no further part in the remainder of the ongoing first Test of the two-match series against South Africa in Kolkata. Gill suffered a neck spasm just three balls into his innings and didn't come out to bat on Day 2, before being admitted to the hospital.
Shubman Gill stretchered out to hospital due to neck injury, participation in Kolkata Test doubtful
Cricket | Nov 15, 2025, 11:43 PM IST
India captain Shubman Gill walked off the field after experiencing pain in his neck during Day 2 of the first Test between India and South Africa in Kolkata. The skipper was stretchered out into an ambulance as his participation in the ongoing Test remains under a cloud.

IPL 2026: List of Gujarat Titans' retentions, released players and remaining purse
Cricket | Nov 15, 2025, 07:47 PM IST
Gujarat Titans retained the joint-second most number of players, 20, going into the IPL 2026 auction. The Titans had already traded out Sherfane Rutherford and released a couple of more overseas players, while retaining a strong core, led by captain Shubman Gill.
Shubman Gill suffers neck strain on Day 2 of first Test vs South Africa, BCCI shares medical update
Cricket | Nov 15, 2025, 01:01 PM IST
India faced an early blow on Day 2 of the Kolkata Test as captain Shubman Gill retired hurt with a neck strain shortly after arriving at the crease. BCCI shared a medical update stating that his progress is being monitored.
Jasprit Bumrah surpasses Mohammed Shami with five-wicket haul vs South Africa as India dominate
Cricket | Nov 14, 2025, 04:48 PM IST
Jasprit Bumrah was the star for India in the first Test at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. He picked up a five-wicket haul, leading South Africa's demolition to just 159 runs after the visitors won the toss and opted to bat first.
IND vs SA 1st Test pitch report: How will surface at Eden Gardens in Kolkata play?
Cricket | Nov 14, 2025, 05:59 AM IST
India and South Africa open their two-Test series at Eden Gardens, returning to Test action at the venue after six years. India, led by Shubman Gill, face a confident Proteas side under Temba Bavuma. The pitch is expected to aid pacers early and spinners from day three.
Shubman Gill set to become first Indian cricketer to record major milestone in first Test vs SA
Cricket | Nov 13, 2025, 09:57 PM IST
India captain Shubman Gill aims to reach 3000 WTC runs in the first Test vs South Africa, while opener Yashasvi Jaiswal plays his 27th Test at a unique venue. India’s playing XI will be finalised on match day, depending on pitch conditions.