• Shubman Gill smashed a sensational century on Day 2 of the Delhi Test between India and West Indies.

  • India declared their first innings at 518/5.

Fans go crazy as Shubman Gill hits a ravishing century on Day 2 of IND vs WI second Test
Shubman Gill smashes a brilliant century in Delhi Test (Image Source: X)

In an enthralling display of skill and temperament, Shubman Gill lit up Day 2 of the second Test against West Indies in Delhi with a breathtaking century. The stylish right-hander’s knock not only guided India to a massive total but also reinforced his status as one of the premier batsmen in world cricket. With Gill orchestrating the innings and fellow teammates contributing valuable runs, India established complete control over the match, thrilling fans in the stadium and across the country.

Shubman Gill smashes a tremendous ton

The landmark moment arrived on the fifth ball of the 130th over, off Khary Pierre, when Gill drove a short ball to the left of cover for three runs. The Delhi crowd erupted in applause as Gill lifted his cap to acknowledge the ovation and shared a celebratory hug with teammate Dhruv Jurel.

10th Test hundred for the young Indian skipper

This century marks Gill’s 10th in Test cricket and his fifth as India’s captain—a rare achievement that puts him in elite company alongside Virat Kohli, who managed five Test hundreds as captain in both 2017 and 2018. Gill’s innings was a mix of patient defense and fluent stroke play, allowing India to build a formidable total while keeping the West Indies bowlers on the back foot.

Gill’s century has been widely celebrated across the cricketing world, with fans praising both his technique and temperament. Social media platforms erupted with congratulatory messages, highlighting his ability to maintain consistency at the highest level.

Here’s how fans reacted:

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India declare first innings at 518/5

After steadily building a commanding total, India declared their first innings at 518/5, asserting complete control over the match. The innings featured brilliant contributions from multiple batsmen, with Yashasvi Jaiswal top-scoring with 175 before being run out and Gill anchoring the innings with a fluent century. Quickfire knocks from Sai Sudharsan and Nitish Reddy added valuable momentum, while Jurel’s 44 provided crucial support in the middle overs. The declaration came immediately after Jurel’s dismissal, signaling India’s intent to press for a strong first-innings lead and put the West Indies under maximum pressure. The combination of aggression and calculated batting allowed India to cross the 500-run mark, making the innings one of the highlights of the series so far.

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