Shubman Gill turns 27: 10 records that chart his rise from prodigy to India captain
Indian cricket captain Shubman Gill celebrates his 27th birthday with a look back at his record-breaking career. He holds multiple records, including being the fastest Indian to reach 1,000, 2,000, and 3,000 ODI runs.
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Gill is a central figure in modern Indian sports, and his career trajectory reflects the evolution of Indian cricket's leadership and batting standards.
Shubman Gill has already packed an impressive collection of records into his career, and the India captain has another milestone to celebrate as he turns 27 today.From rewriting ODI batting records to producing a historic Test series as captain, Gill has continued to make his mark across formats. His rise has been particularly striking in recent years, with the right-hander establishing himself as one of India’s key batters while taking on the leadership role in both Tests and ODIs.As Gill begins his 27th year, here are 10 standout records that underline his remarkable journey so far.1. Fastest Indian to 1,000, 2,000 and 3,000 ODI runsGill holds the record for being the fastest Indian to reach 1,000, 2,000 and 3,000 ODI runs. He reached 1,000 runs in 19 innings, 2,000 in 38 innings and 3,000 in 62 innings.
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