Shubman Gill's Disappointing Dismissal in Headingley Test Against England
Gill's Early Exit on Day 4
In the ongoing Headingley Test, India's captain Shubman Gill was dismissed for a mere 8 runs off 16 balls during the third innings. This took place in the first hour of Day 4 when he was bowled by England's Brydon Carse, leaving fans disheartened after his impressive century in the first innings.
Morning Challenges on Day 4
On Day 3, India managed to bowl England out for 465, securing a slim 6-run lead. By the end of Day 3, both Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sai Sudharsan had been dismissed. As Day 4 commenced, KL Rahul and Shubman Gill faced challenging weather conditions while batting.
The overcast skies at Headingley made batting difficult, compounded by strong winds that the England bowlers exploited.
Reactions to Gill's Dismissal
Brydon Carse delivered a ball that sharply swung back, catching Gill off guard. Attempting to cut the delivery, he misjudged its length, resulting in an inside edge that hit the stumps. Gill walked off the field visibly disappointed, aware that he had squandered a crucial opportunity to lead from the front.
His choice of shot was criticized, and he appeared stuck at the crease. Fans took to social media to express their frustration, with comments suggesting that Gill only excels on flatter pitches and struggles under challenging conditions.
Fan Reactions on Social Media
The moment conditions became tough for batting, Shubman Gill became his original self. Gone for 8, check his all 100s in tests as all of them came on flat pitches only!!
β Rajiv (@Rajiv1841) June 23, 2025
He can fool masses but never me. pic.twitter.com/xYNLJEwhcK
Ball that swings inside will trouble Shubman Gill a lot in his career...! pic.twitter.com/qfI1BKm19U
β Dinda Academy (@academy_dinda) June 23, 2025
When the pitch is not flat but a bit challenging - Shubman Gill pic.twitter.com/L3KGxLOn1t
β Lucifer (@LuciferCric) June 23, 2025
Shubman Gill never performs when India needs him!
β Abhishek Kumar (@Abhishek060722) June 23, 2025
One of the worst batsmen in Pressure Situations.
Ruturaj Gaikwad>>>Shubman Gill pic.twitter.com/mJv05kJEjz
Clouds came in, ball started swinging, and our flat pitch merchant Shubman Gill π got exposed real quick! ππ pic.twitter.com/WMQd1ehyFd
β Muftdaal Nehra (@muftdaal_nehra) June 23, 2025
Poor shot played by Captain Shubman Gill and got out π#INDvsENG pic.twitter.com/XJQyNNr0MC
β JassPreet (@JassPreet96) June 23, 2025
KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant Keep India's Hopes Alive
Despite Gill's early dismissal, KL Rahul remained at the crease, scoring another half-century. He is now working to build a solid partnership with Rishabh Pant. India's lead has surpassed 100 runs, but they still have significant work ahead in this match.