Shubman Gill Shines in Test Captaincy Debut with Stunning Century

In a remarkable display of skill, Shubman Gill scored an unbeaten 127 runs in his first Test as captain, silencing critics including Sanjay Manjrekar. Gill's performance not only showcased his batting prowess but also highlighted his ability to adapt and improve. Manjrekar, who initially doubted Gill's leadership, praised his technical advancements during the match. This century marks a significant milestone for Gill, being his first in SENA countries. As the match progresses, fans eagerly await to see if Gill can lead his team to victory in Leeds.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 21, 2025, 12:59 IST

Gill's Remarkable Performance in Leeds Test

Shubman Gill has made a significant impact in his debut as Test captain, scoring a magnificent century in the Leeds Test. By the end of the first day, he remained unbeaten at 127 runs, silencing critics who doubted his leadership. Among those skeptics was Sanjay Manjrekar, who had previously advocated for Jasprit Bumrah to take on the captaincy instead of Gill. After witnessing Gill's impressive performance, Manjrekar acknowledged his earlier opposition to Gill's captaincy and praised the young batsman.

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Manjrekar Admits He Was Wrong About Gill

During a discussion on JioCinema, Manjrekar revealed that he initially opposed Gill's appointment as Test captain, believing Bumrah would be a better choice. However, he clarified that he never doubted Gill's potential to succeed as a captain. Manjrekar expressed that he found the decision questionable at first.

Manjrekar Impressed by Gill's Adaptability

Manjrekar commended Gill for his ability to learn from mistakes. He noted that Gill made significant technical improvements in his batting while playing overseas. According to Manjrekar, Gill's temperament ensures that captaincy will not overshadow his batting. He stated, 'It was always clear that Gill would not let captaincy affect his batting. My only concern was his development on foreign soil. However, during the first day of the Leeds Test, he addressed his technical flaws. The pitch was favorable for batting, and after correcting those flaws, he appeared to be an even better batsman.'

After scoring his century, Gill celebrated passionately, removing his helmet and shouting, possibly in response to his critics. This century marks his first in SENA countries. It remains to be seen if he can lead his team to victory in the ongoing battle at Leeds.