Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler Set to Achieve Major Milestones in IPL 2026

Shubman Gill Approaches 4,000 IPL Runs

Gujarat Titans' captain Shubman Gill is on the verge of a remarkable achievement, needing just 25 more runs to reach 4,000 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL). This milestone would further emphasize his status as one of the league's most dependable top-order batsmen.

Gill has played a pivotal role in the Titans' batting lineup, showcasing a blend of elegant strokeplay and enhanced leadership skills. As of now, he has scored 3,975 runs in 120 IPL matches, spanning 117 innings. The 26-year-old has recorded four centuries and 27 half-centuries, maintaining an impressive average of 39.75.

Buttler Aims for Prestigious T20 Milestone

In another exciting development, England's Jos Buttler is closing in on a significant global milestone in T20 cricket. He requires just 39 runs to achieve 14,000 runs in this format, which would make him the fifth player ever to reach this landmark, showcasing his enduring excellence across various leagues.

Buttler has accumulated 13,961 runs in 496 T20 matches over 467 innings. His impressive record includes eight centuries and 99 half-centuries, with an average of 34.98 and a strike rate of 146.24.

Praise for Gill's Leadership from Coach Dahiya

Gujarat Titans' assistant coach Vijay Dahiya has expressed admiration for Shubman Gill's leadership skills and cricketing acumen ahead of their IPL match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).

When asked about Gill's captaincy and his ability to inspire confidence within the team, Dahiya refrained from rating him, noting that the Indian cricket setup has already recognized his capabilities. "I think I don't need to rate him. India has already placed its trust in him as the Test captain. He is phenomenal and a brilliant student of the game, which is exactly what you want to see," Dahiya remarked during the pre-match press conference.