Shubman Gill, a gifted top-order batter from Punjab, honed his skills playing cricket in his hometown, Fazilka before his father relocated to Mohali to provide better opportunities for his budding cricket career. Gill began his professional journey representing Punjab at the Under-16 level, where his talent quickly became evident.
In 2017, Gill made his List A debut for Punjab, followed by his Ranji Trophy debut the same year. His exceptional performances at the Under-16 and domestic levels earned him a place in India’s U-19 team. Gill's rise to prominence came during the 2018 Under-19 World Cup in New Zealand, where he amassed 372 runs at an astounding average of 124, playing a pivotal role in India’s title-winning campaign. These standout performances caught the attention of IPL scouts, and Kolkata secured his services for the 2018 season. In 2019, Gill made his ODI debut during India’s tour of New Zealand. His Test debut came in December 2020 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where he impressed with a gritty 91 at The Gabba in the series-deciding Test, helping India secure a historic series victory in Australia.
After four fruitful years with Kolkata, Gill moved to Gujarat ahead of the 2022 mega auction for a significant sum. As Gill’s career progressed, he has shown that he has the game to excel in all three formats. His leadership potential came to the fore when Gujarat appointed him captain ahead of the 2024 IPL season, following Hardik Pandya’s departure from the franchise.
