Delhi, October 11, 2025 - Shubman Gill etched his name in cricketing history today, joining Virat Kohli in an elite club of Indian captains. Gill scored a magnificent century against the West Indies at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, marking his fifth Test century as captain in a calendar year. This feat places him alongside Kohli, who achieved this milestone twice, in 2017 and 2018.
Gill's journey to this record has been nothing short of spectacular. Taking over the captaincy from Rohit Sharma, Gill has showcased exceptional leadership and batting prowess. This Delhi century was his first on home soil as captain. He reached the century mark in 177 balls, demonstrating a blend of dominance and composure against the West Indies bowling attack.
In achieving this milestone, Gill has surpassed several records. He now holds the record for the most centuries in the World Test Championship (WTC) history for India, with 10 centuries, surpassing Rohit Sharma's previous record of nine. Gill has also become the third-fastest to reach five Test hundreds as captain, achieving the feat in just 12 innings. Only Alastair Cook (9 innings) and Sunil Gavaskar (10 innings) have reached this milestone quicker.
Gill's consistency and hunger for runs have been remarkable this year. In 2025, he has amassed over 940 runs in 14 Test innings, maintaining an impressive average of 72.3 and a strike rate of 62.29. His previous scores as captain include 147 in the Leeds Test, a monumental 269 in Birmingham, and 161 in the second innings of the same match. He also added 103 in Manchester, underlining his consistency across different conditions.
The Delhi Test also saw Gill break another record previously held by Virat Kohli. Gill now holds the record for the highest individual score by an Indian in the ICC World Test Championship, amassing 2,757 runs in 39 matches.
The day was not without its share of drama. Earlier in the innings, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was unfortunately run out on 175 due to a mix-up with Gill. Sai Sudharsan also contributed with a fluent 87. Despite the unfortunate dismissal of Jaiswal, Gill remained focused and ensured that India continued to build a strong score.
Gill's achievement was met with widespread acclaim. Head coach Gautam Gambhir gave a standing ovation from the dressing room, acknowledging the significance of the moment. This century is not just a personal milestone for Gill but also a testament to his leadership and the team's overall performance.
With this century, Shubman Gill has firmly established himself as a force to be reckoned with in Test cricket. His ability to score big runs consistently, coupled with his astute leadership, makes him a vital asset to the Indian team. As he continues his journey as captain, fans and cricket enthusiasts alike will be eager to see what other milestones he will achieve.
