Shubman Gill’s excellent efficiency within the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 has garnered excessive reward from former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram. Akram has in contrast bowling to Gill in T20s to bowling to Sachin Tendulkar in the course of the preliminary overs of an ODI match, when fielding restrictions are in place.
Since making his worldwide debut in 2019, Gill has represented India in 15 Assessments, 24 ODIs and 6 T20Is. With a Take a look at batting common of 34.23, together with two centuries and 4 half-centuries, the right-handed batsman has showcased his potential to carry out on the highest degree.
Gill, who has been in splendid type throughout codecs, emerged as the highest run-scorer within the not too long ago concluded IPL season. With 890 runs in 17 matches at a formidable common of 59.33, together with three centuries, the 23-year-old performed a pivotal position in Gujarat Titans’ journey to the runners-up place.
Akram expressed his admiration for Gill’s batting model in a dialogue on Sportskeeda. He highlighted the similarity between Gill and Tendulkar, emphasising their potential to play correct cricketing pictures as an alternative of recklessly going after each supply. Akram acknowledged that bowling to such gamers requires a unique technique and talent set.
“If I used to be bowling to Jayasuriya and Kaluwitharana, I do know I’ve an opportunity of getting them out as a result of they attempt to go after each ball. Gamers like Sachin and Gill play correct cricketing pictures,” Akram stated.
Recognising Gill as a particular expertise, Akram predicted a brilliant future for the younger Indian batsman. Gill, in line with the Sultan of Swing, possesses the potential to attain constantly throughout all three codecs and has the makings of a future famous person in world cricket.
“I don’t know the way the earlier franchise launched him, not realising his potential and never realising he could be the long run captain, not simply in franchise cricket; perhaps finally for India too,” Akram added.
Final yr, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) launched Gill, who was a key participant for the staff. Head coach Brendon McCullum earlier acknowledged his disappointment at dropping the younger Indian opener however emphasised the need of creating troublesome choices in the course of the retention course of.
Up to date: 06 Jun 2023, 11:12 AM IST