Shubman Gill is stepping into a significant new role, set to lead India’s ODI team in the upcoming series against Australia, starting October 19. This marks a pivotal moment in his white-ball career, as he takes on the mantle of captaincy for a new era of Indian cricket.
Since his One Day International debut against New Zealand in Hamilton in 2019, where he scored 9 runs, Gill has rapidly risen through the ranks. He has now played 55 matches, accumulating an impressive 2,775 runs at an average of 59.04, including eight magnificent centuries and fifteen half-centuries. His career-best remains an outstanding 208 runs scored against New Zealand in Hyderabad in 2023.
Shubman Gill’s journey in ODIs began in 2019, making his debut against New Zealand in Hamilton.
Gill has been particularly dominant on home soil, showcasing his talent with 1,495 runs in just 26 matches at an exceptional average of 62.29, featuring 5 centuries and 8 fifties.
Shubman Gill in action during an ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match against Pakistan.
In contrast, his record in Australia currently stands at 33 runs from a single match at an average of 33.00. This upcoming series will be his first major captaincy test on foreign soil, a crucial challenge as he guides a young Indian squad.
Gill has played only one ODI in Australia so far, during India’s 2020 tour to Canberra.
Gill’s Remarkable ODI Milestones
- 2019: Made his ODI debut against New Zealand at Hamilton.
- August 22, 2022: Scored his maiden ODI century against Zimbabwe.
- 2022–2023: Became the second-fastest player to reach 1,000 ODI runs, achieving it in just 19 innings.
- 2023: Set a new record as the fastest to 2,000 ODI runs, reaching the milestone in 38 innings.
- 2023: Was part of the squad that won the Asia Cup against Sri Lanka.
- 2025: Celebrated victory in the Champions Trophy against New Zealand.
Shubman Gill was a key member of the Indian squad that lifted the ICC Champions Trophy on March 9, 2025.
Succeeding the experienced Rohit Sharma, Gill’s captaincy comes at a vital juncture for Indian cricket. With his impressive domestic record and growing international exposure, he is perfectly poised to lead the young Indian side to continued success in the competitive 50-over format during their tour Down Under.