Shubman Gill's recent performance in the second Test against England has ignited a wave of admiration and comparisons to Indian cricketing legends, Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli. Gill's magnificent innings of 269 runs off 387 balls at Edgbaston not only secured a dominant position for India but also shattered several records, solidifying his place in Indian cricket history.

Former India fast bowler Varun Aaron has lauded Shubman Gill, describing him as an "Indian Rolls-Royce" after his remarkable 269 in the second Test against England. Former England captain Michael Vaughan also praised Gill's batting in his first Test innings as captain, comparing him to a Rolls-Royce. These comparisons highlight the elegance, class, and sheer dominance Gill exhibits at the crease.

Gill's Edgbaston epic has rewritten record books, surpassing Virat Kohli's 254 to become the highest Test score by an Indian captain. Furthermore, he eclipsed Sachin Tendulkar's 241 to achieve the highest score by an Indian batter outside Asia. Gill also became the first Asian captain to score a double century in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia). At 25 years and 298 days, Gill is the second-youngest Indian captain to score a Test double century, only behind MAK Pataudi.

Since assuming the Test captaincy, Gill has demonstrated remarkable maturity, sharp cricketing acumen, and a strong desire for significant innings. He led from the front in the first Test, scoring a century on his captaincy debut. His ability to perform under pressure and lead the team effectively has drawn praise from all quarters.

In ODIs, Gill has an astounding average of 62.51 and a strike rate of 100.71, with 2,688 runs, including eight centuries and a double century. By the beginning of 2023, Gill had cemented his place as the first-choice opener in all formats.

While comparisons to Tendulkar and Kohli are inevitable, Gill remains focused on forging his own legacy. He recognizes the weight of expectations but is determined to carve his own path and establish himself as a unique force in cricket. Gill's hunger for runs, combined with his elegant style and leadership qualities, suggests that he has the potential to reach the heights of his celebrated predecessors.

Shubman Gill's journey is only just beginning, but his recent exploits have already marked him as a special talent. As he continues to evolve and mature, the Indian cricket fraternity eagerly anticipates witnessing his rise to greatness and whether he can indeed emulate Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli as one of India's greatest batsmen.