at the second ODI between India and the West Indies at Guwahati on October 1, Shubman Gill set a new record. With 39 balls remaining, India chased down the West Indies’ total of 405 thanks to Gill’s 223 not out off 133 balls, which included eight sixes and 26 fours. India took a commanding 2-0 lead in the three-match series after winning by eight wickets.
Shubman Gill reached several milestones during his innings. He broke Ishan Kishan’s previous record of 126 balls by reaching his fastest ODI century in 62 balls and then finishing the fastest ODI double century in 117 balls. After Glenn Maxwell, Gill became just the second player to score an ODI double century during a victorious chase. Together with Gill, Rohit Sharma scored 101 off 75 balls with 10 fours and six sixes. Their opening partnership of 255 runs was the second-best by an Indian opening pair in ODI history.
Immediately following the game, Rohit Sharma praised Gill’s effort, emphasising the focus needed to sustain such a high strike rate across 133 balls. The India captain acknowledged the accomplishment’s importance in light of the successful pursuit of a total of 400 or more.Man, it feels great. Since you don’t consistently score 200,… He played well, as we all witnessed, so it is a very special time for him.
In a video released by the BCCI, Rohit remarked, “Very much in control from ball number one till the end of it.”It was satisfying to watch 50 overs of fielding followed by about 40 overs of batting. Although it is difficult, it demonstrates the focus and resolve that we frequently discuss. Therefore, there is a lot of confidence within the crew. These kinds of performances don’t often occur, as I mentioned, but we will learn a lot from them,” he continued.
Shubman Gill’s double century, which broke records
Rohit thought about how hard the game was and the circumstances in Guwahati. Before starting the batting himself, the India skipper fielded throughout the entire West Indies innings, a duel duty that put his physical stamina and concentration to the test. He said that it was difficult to stay focused throughout such a demanding day.It was hot and muggy.
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This would give me a lot of confidence when the conditions are difficult, not the pitch. It is not a simple task. Rohit remarked, “I think it was very, very pleasing for me to be out there, fighting for the team, doing the job, more than scoring a 100.And I have no doubt that Gill will experience the same thing since he will be captaining for 50 overs and fielding for 50 overs. At times during the game, the captain experiences a great deal of stress. He said, “And then to come out and bat, have that focus, and stay not out… Big positive.”
