Twitter’s reaction to Gill’s dismissal
Highlight
- Shubman Gill did not open for India in the last 4 test matches of this series.
- Gill could not deliver anything even in the final of the World Test Championship
The Indian management and team setup is always expected to play a big role in grooming and mentoring a youngster who fits into their plan and scheme of things. In this sequence, the Indian team management has made a big bet on Gujarat Titans batsman Shubman Gill.
Gill, who made his debut on the international stage with his exploits in the ICC Under-19 World Cup, came with big promises but at the time it seems he is struggling on the international stage. With the likes of Rohit and Rahul ruled out of the final Test due to injury concerns, Gill was given the opportunity to open the batting with the experienced campaigner. Cheteshwar Pujara And play the first hour of the first session, which would have ensured India’s stronghold on the final Test at Edgbaston.
Captain Ben Stokes won the toss and invited India to bat, sensing the cloudy conditions would serve as a huge advantage to their fast battery which included players like James Anderson, Matthew Potts and Stuart Broad. Huh.
With the arrival of five slip fielders and James Anderson, both Gill and Pujara were expected to play in the first hour. England’s veteran Anderson kept bowling outside and Shubman Gill fell victim to his strategy. He pulled out a ball that went straight to Jack Crowley, stationed at second slip.
Here’s how Twitter reacted:
England Playing XI: Alex Lees, Zak Crowley, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Jonny BairstowBen Stokes, Sam Billings, Matty Potts, Stuart Broad, Jack Leach, James Anderson
India’s Playing XI: Shubman GillCheteshwar Pujara, Hanuma Vihari, Virat KohliShreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra JadejaShardul Thakur, Mohammed ShamiMohd Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah