England’s white-ball captain Harry Brook created history on Thursday (Oct 22) by becoming the first English batter to score a double century in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). He also became the fastest player to reach the milestone in the 50-over format, surpassing India’s Shubman Gill, who had reached the mark in 117 balls against the West Indies. Brook achieved the feat against Sri Lanka in the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series in Rawalpindi, smashing 202 runs off 116 balls, including 21 fours and 10 sixes, at a strike rate of 174.14.&nbsp;Overall, in 46 ODIs, Brook has scored 1,737 runs in 46 innings at an average of 41.35, including four centuries and eight half-centuries.&nbsp;The England skipper also crossed the 7,000-run mark in international cricket. In 158 international appearances, he has scored 7,049 runs at an average of 44.89 and a strike rate above 103. His tally includes 16 centuries and 36 half-centuries, with a highest score of 317.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sa-vs-aus-2nd-test-bavuma-bowlers-shine-as-proteas-hand-australia-an-innings-defeat-to-level-series-1792679397151">SA vs AUS, 2nd Test: Bavuma, bowlers shine as Proteas hand Australia an innings defeat to level series</a><h3>England post 429 against Sri Lanka</h3>Coming to the match, Sri Lanka won the toss and asked England to bat first. England openers Tom Banton and Ben Duckett put together 74 runs for the first wicket. Banton scored 50 off 51 balls, including nine fours, while Duckett made 29 off 39 balls, hitting two fours.&nbsp;After both openers were dismissed, England were reduced to 85/2. Brook then joined Joe Root and the pair added 159 runs to put England back in control. Root scored 69 off 66 balls, including eight fours.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/eng-vs-sl-joe-root-becomes-first-english-batter-to-reach-8-000-odi-runs-1792671483681">ENG vs SL: Joe Root becomes first English batter to reach 8,000 ODI runs</a>&nbsp;In the end, Will Jacks provided a strong finish, scoring an unbeaten 66 off just 30 balls, including eight fours and three sixes, as England posted an imposing total of 429/4.&nbsp;Dunith Wellalage was Sri Lanka’s most successful bowler, taking 2/56. However, Eshan Malinga and Dilshan Madushanka struggled, conceding 91 and 89 runs respectively in their 10-over spells. Dasun Shanaka also had an expensive outing, giving away 74 runs in six overs.

England’s Harry Brook broke Shubman Gill’s record for the fastest double-century in ODI cricket, reaching the 200-run mark in just 114 balls against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi.

England’s white-ball captain Harry Brook created history on Thursday (Oct 22) by becoming the first English batter to score a double century in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). He also became the fastest player to reach the milestone in the 50-over format, surpassing India’s Shubman Gill, who had reached the mark in 117 balls against the West Indies. Brook achieved the feat against Sri Lanka in the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series in Rawalpindi, smashing 202 runs off 116 balls, including 21 fours and 10 sixes, at a strike rate of 174.14. Overall, in 46 ODIs, Brook has scored 1,737 runs in 46 innings at an average of 41.35, including four centuries and eight half-centuries. The England skipper also crossed the 7,000-run mark in international cricket. In 158 international appearances, he has scored 7,049 runs at an average of 44.89 and a strike rate above 103. His tally includes 16 centuries and 36 half-centuries, with a highest score of 317. Also Read - SA vs AUS, 2nd Test: Bavuma, bowlers shine as Proteas hand Australia an innings defeat to level series England post 429 against Sri Lanka Coming to the match, Sri Lanka won the toss and asked England to bat first. England openers Tom Banton and Ben Duckett put together 74 runs for the first wicket. Banton scored 50 off 51 balls, including nine fours, while Duckett made 29 off 39 balls, hitting two fours. After both openers were dismissed, England were reduced to 85/2. Brook then joined Joe Root and the pair added 159 runs to put England back in control. Root scored 69 off 66 balls, including eight fours. Also Read - ENG vs SL: Joe Root becomes first English batter to reach 8,000 ODI runs In the end, Will Jacks provided a strong finish, scoring an unbeaten 66 off just 30 balls, including eight fours and three sixes, as England posted an imposing total of 429/4. Dunith Wellalage was Sri Lanka’s most successful bowler, taking 2/56. However, Eshan Malinga and Dilshan Madushanka struggled, conceding 91 and 89 runs respectively in their 10-over spells. Dasun Shanaka also had an expensive outing, giving away 74 runs in six overs.

England’s Harry Brook broke Shubman Gill’s record for the fastest double-century in ODI cricket, reaching the 200-run mark in just 114 balls against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi.

ENG vs SL: Harry Brook breaks Shubman Gill’s record for fastest ODI double century

India ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill flopped on his return to the Ranji Trophy competition for Punjab against Chhattisgarh on Sunday (Oct 18). After missing the first match for his state side due to personal reasons, Gill was picked for the second game, only to last five balls in the first innings on day one at the New Chandigarh Stadium in Mullanpur. &nbsp;Following a career-best ODI series against the West Indies, where he scored a hundred and a match-winning double century (223*) in back-to-back matches, Gill was bowled on just one, with the left-arm spinner Ajay Mandal picking up the prize wicket.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-a-tour-new-zealand-live-streaming-telecast-coaching-staff-1792245620541">India ‘A’ Tour of New Zealand: Coaching staff announced, live streaming and telecast details inside</a> &nbsp;Batting in his usual Test position, Gill walked in at number four in the 26th over. He got off to the mark with a single off the second delivery he faced, but failed to convert it afterwards. Mandal beat Gill’s defence with a straightener as it went through the gap between the bat and the pad before crashing into the middle stump. Gill’s dismissal left Punjab reeling at 68/3 at that stage, bringing an early end to his first outing for Punjab in Ranji this season.&nbsp;WATCH Gill's Dismissal -

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<h3>One More Innings before Gill flies to NZ</h3>Gill will have another innings to make amends for his first-innings failure before leaving for New Zealand for the full tour starting October 22. Gill will lead the Men in Blue for the first three ODIs before T20I captain Shreyas Iyer takes over for the remaining two One-Dayers.&nbsp; &nbsp;Gill, along with several Test starters, including KL Rahul, will miss the last two ODI matches to prepare for the two Tests that follow.&nbsp; &nbsp;Several reports also suggest that the Indian ODI captain will have <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shubman-gill-personal-net-bowlers-new-zealand-tour-1792240523647">four to five personal net bowlers travelling exclusively for him</a>, whose flights, accommodation, and expenses he will cover out of pocket. &nbsp;The 27-year-old, however, will not feature in three four-day ‘A’ games, but plans to arrive in New Zealand earlier than the ODI and Test squads to acclimatise to the challenging conditions. &nbsp;Gill will play his first-ever Test match on New Zealand soil.&nbsp;

Shubman Gill flopped on his Ranji Trophy return for Punjab, bowled for just 1 run by Chhattisgarh's Ajay Mandal. Read match details and his upcoming NZ tour plans.

India ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill flopped on his return to the Ranji Trophy competition for Punjab against Chhattisgarh on Sunday (Oct 18). After missing the first match for his state side due to personal reasons, Gill was picked for the second game, only to last five balls in the first innings on day one at the New Chandigarh Stadium in Mullanpur. Following a career-best ODI series against the West Indies, where he scored a hundred and a match-winning double century (223*) in back-to-back matches, Gill was bowled on just one, with the left-arm spinner Ajay Mandal picking up the prize wicket. Also read| India ‘A’ Tour of New Zealand: Coaching staff announced, live streaming and telecast details inside Batting in his usual Test position, Gill walked in at number four in the 26th over. He got off to the mark with a single off the second delivery he faced, but failed to convert it afterwards. Mandal beat Gill’s defence with a straightener as it went through the gap between the bat and the pad before crashing into the middle stump. Gill’s dismissal left Punjab reeling at 68/3 at that stage, bringing an early end to his first outing for Punjab in Ranji this season. WATCH Gill's Dismissal -

Shubman Gill flopped on his Ranji Trophy return for Punjab, bowled for just 1 run by Chhattisgarh's Ajay Mandal. Read match details and his upcoming NZ tour plans.

Ranji Trophy: Shubman Gill flops on return, bowled for 1 against Chhattisgarh

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2026. This list also includes Daryl Mitchell, Ibrahim Zadran and Shubman Gill

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2026. This list also includes Daryl Mitchell, Ibrahim Zadran and Shubman Gill

Meet top 5 batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2026 - check who sits at the top

In an unprecedented move in Indian cricket, the ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill will take along four or five personal net bowlers with him on the away tour of New Zealand. Part of the squad for the first three ODIs and the two Tests that follow, Gill has gone the extra mile to prepare for the crucial series. The right-handed batter will leave on October 23 or 24 -- just days after the T20I opener on October 22 -- and bear all expenses, including travel, stay and food, for his personal net bowlers, who will train exclusively with him. &nbsp;"This is interesting. Gill isn't playing India A Tests as he also has to play ODIs. Hence, he is leaving for New Zealand on October 23 or 24. The four to five bowlers accompanying him will have all their expenses paid by Gill," a BCCI official told PTI on condition of anonymity.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ramesh-powar-leads-race-replace-ajit-agarkar-bcci-selection-committee-1792237979234">Ramesh Powar leads race ahead of Jaffer to replace Ajit Agarkar in India men’s selection panel</a> &nbsp;Soon after taking over Test captaincy from Rohit Sharma ahead of the away England Tests last year, Gill broke several batting records in the UK. The right-handed batter, who replaced Virat Kohli at number four in Tests, amassed 754 runs in five Tests, including his maiden double hundred at Edgbaston (269). He averaged 75.40 with the bat, hitting four hundreds in challenging conditions. &nbsp;While the BCCI will also send a separate set of net bowlers to help players prepare for the two-match Test series, Gill’s decision to arrange dedicated net bowlers for himself represents an unusual step in his preparation for the demanding series. &nbsp;Unlike other Test regulars, including KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sai Sudharsan and Devdutt Padikkal, Gill will not feature in India ‘A’ matches, but is reaching New Zealand earlier than the remainder of the ODI and Test squads to acclimatise to the conditions.<h3>Gill to play for Punjab in Ranji Trophy</h3>Gill missed Punjab’s opening Ranji Trophy match due to personal reasons but is set to return to the playing XI for the second fixture against Chhattisgarh, starting October 18 in Mullanpur.&nbsp; &nbsp;The Ranji fixture will also provide Gill an opportunity to get some red-ball practice ahead of the New Zealand series.

In a rare move, India captain Shubman Gill will personally fund 4 to 5 net bowlers for the New Zealand tour to sharpen his prep. Get all details here.

In an unprecedented move in Indian cricket, the ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill will take along four or five personal net bowlers with him on the away tour of New Zealand. Part of the squad for the first three ODIs and the two Tests that follow, Gill has gone the extra mile to prepare for the crucial series. The right-handed batter will leave on October 23 or 24 -- just days after the T20I opener on October 22 -- and bear all expenses, including travel, stay and food, for his personal net bowlers, who will train exclusively with him. "This is interesting. Gill isn't playing India A Tests as he also has to play ODIs. Hence, he is leaving for New Zealand on October 23 or 24. The four to five bowlers accompanying him will have all their expenses paid by Gill," a BCCI official told PTI on condition of anonymity. Also read| Ramesh Powar leads race ahead of Jaffer to replace Ajit Agarkar in India men’s selection panel Soon after taking over Test captaincy from Rohit Sharma ahead of the away England Tests last year, Gill broke several batting records in the UK. The right-handed batter, who replaced Virat Kohli at number four in Tests, amassed 754 runs in five Tests, including his maiden double hundred at Edgbaston (269). He averaged 75.40 with the bat, hitting four hundreds in challenging conditions. While the BCCI will also send a separate set of net bowlers to help players prepare for the two-match Test series, Gill’s decision to arrange dedicated net bowlers for himself represents an unusual step in his preparation for the demanding series. Unlike other Test regulars, including KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sai Sudharsan and Devdutt Padikkal, Gill will not feature in India ‘A’ matches, but is reaching New Zealand earlier than the remainder of the ODI and Test squads to acclimatise to the conditions. Gill to play for Punjab in Ranji Trophy Gill missed Punjab’s opening Ranji Trophy match due to personal reasons but is set to return to the playing XI for the second fixture against Chhattisgarh, starting October 18 in Mullanpur. The Ranji fixture will also provide Gill an opportunity to get some red-ball practice ahead of the New Zealand series.

In a rare move, India captain Shubman Gill will personally fund 4 to 5 net bowlers for the New Zealand tour to sharpen his prep. Get all details here.

Shubman Gill to pay out of pocket for personal net bowlers for New Zealand tour: Report

Shubman Gill and Shafali Verma grabbed headlines for winning their respective ICC Player of the Month awards for September for remarkable performances. While India ODI and Test captain Gill won the award for the record fifth time, beating Abhishek Sharma, Shafali earned her second. While Gill broke several batting records with his second double hundred (223*) against the West Indies in Guwahati ODI, Shafali scored her maiden T20I century against Bangladesh in the triumphant women’s Asian Games campaign. The double has marked the third time that two Indians have won these awards in the same month.&nbsp;Gill’s latest recognition has placed him alongside women’s cricket great Hayley Matthews from the West Indies, who has also won the ICC Player of the Month award five times in her career.<h2>2nd Double Ton Seals 5th Award for Gill</h2>Gill was in outstanding touch against the West Indies in the concluded ODI series, which India won 2-1. Before he entered the record books for his match-winning double-hundred in the second ODI, Gill smashed a brilliant 110 in the series opener in Thiruvananthapuram. Gill’s two triple-digit scores in back-to-back matches helped India win both games by eight wickets. He departed for a single digit in the final match.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2027-delhi-capitals-appoint-yuvraj-singh-assistant-batting-coach-1791899928759">IPL 2027: Yuvraj Singh joins Delhi Capitals as assistant and batting coach</a>&nbsp;“It feels fantastic to win my fifth ICC Player of the Month award, and I am grateful to the panel for this honour. It was immensely satisfying to score those runs and even more special to be part of successful run chases in front of our home fans, whose support always gives us an extra boost,” Gill said.&nbsp;Gill also shared his thoughts on ODI’s evolving demands and India’s roadmap for the 2027 ODI World Cup.&nbsp;“The pace of ODI cricket has gone up significantly, and you must think on your feet, assess the conditions quickly and adapt to the demands of the pitch and the target. With the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in southern Africa next year, we are determined to keep raising our standards and build a strong and balanced team capable of rising to the challenges ahead,” he added.<h3>Shafali’s Dream Month</h3>Before securing the Asian Games gold in Aichi-Nagoya in Japan, Shafali Verma helped the Indian women’s team win the Asia Cup in Dubai. Winning two tournaments in the space of 10 days marked a monumental moment for her and the Indian women’s team.&nbsp;“It is an incredible honour to win the ICC Player of the Month award again. It was immensely satisfying to play my part in our victories at the Asia Cup and the Asian Games, and winning this award makes those triumphs even more special,” Shafali said.&nbsp;“I am excited about the months ahead and determined to keep performing at my best, with the ICC Women’s Champions Trophy in February next year, another tournament to look forward to. The memory of winning the World Cup is still so fresh and special, and I can’t wait to be back on the field for an ICC tournament on home soil. It promises to be an unforgettable experience!” she added.

Shubman Gill and Shafali Verma complete a historic Indian sweep of the ICC Player of the Month awards for September following record-breaking outings.

Shubman Gill and Shafali Verma grabbed headlines for winning their respective ICC Player of the Month awards for September for remarkable performances. While India ODI and Test captain Gill won the award for the record fifth time, beating Abhishek Sharma, Shafali earned her second. While Gill broke several batting records with his second double hundred (223*) against the West Indies in Guwahati ODI, Shafali scored her maiden T20I century against Bangladesh in the triumphant women’s Asian Games campaign. The double has marked the third time that two Indians have won these awards in the same month. Gill’s latest recognition has placed him alongside women’s cricket great Hayley Matthews from the West Indies, who has also won the ICC Player of the Month award five times in her career. 2nd Double Ton Seals 5th Award for Gill Gill was in outstanding touch against the West Indies in the concluded ODI series, which India won 2-1. Before he entered the record books for his match-winning double-hundred in the second ODI, Gill smashed a brilliant 110 in the series opener in Thiruvananthapuram. Gill’s two triple-digit scores in back-to-back matches helped India win both games by eight wickets. He departed for a single digit in the final match. Also read | IPL 2027: Yuvraj Singh joins Delhi Capitals as assistant and batting coach “It feels fantastic to win my fifth ICC Player of the Month award, and I am grateful to the panel for this honour. It was immensely satisfying to score those runs and even more special to be part of successful run chases in front of our home fans, whose support always gives us an extra boost,” Gill said. Gill also shared his thoughts on ODI’s evolving demands and India’s roadmap for the 2027 ODI World Cup. “The pace of ODI cricket has gone up significantly, and you must think on your feet, assess the conditions quickly and adapt to the demands of the pitch and the target. With the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in southern Africa next year, we are determined to keep raising our standards and build a strong and balanced team capable of rising to the challenges ahead,” he added. Shafali’s Dream Month Before securing the Asian Games gold in Aichi-Nagoya in Japan, Shafali Verma helped the Indian women’s team win the Asia Cup in Dubai. Winning two tournaments in the space of 10 days marked a monumental moment for her and the Indian women’s team. “It is an incredible honour to win the ICC Player of the Month award again. It was immensely satisfying to play my part in our victories at the Asia Cup and the Asian Games, and winning this award makes those triumphs even more special,” Shafali said. “I am excited about the months ahead and determined to keep performing at my best, with the ICC Women’s Champions Trophy in February next year, another tournament to look forward to. The memory of winning the World Cup is still so fresh and special, and I can’t wait to be back on the field for an ICC tournament on home soil. It promises to be an unforgettable experience!” she added.

Shubman Gill and Shafali Verma complete a historic Indian sweep of the ICC Player of the Month awards for September following record-breaking outings.

ICC Player of the Month: India sweep September awards as Shubman Gill and Shafali Verma win big

Shai Hope is in tremendous form on the ongoing India tour, having already smashed three white-ball hundreds so far. He was on song during the 2nd T20I in Ranchi, helping his team complete the second-highest run chase in the format's history (250) with his unbeaten 102. Shortly after, Hope posted, ‘250? Cool.’, taking a swipe at a similar Instagram caption posted by India’s ODI captain Shubman Gill after scoring 223* in the second One-Dayer, helping India complete their highest ODI run chase.

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Hope also scored a hundred in Guwahati, with West Indies breaching the 400-run mark (405) for the first time in ODIs. Gill and Rohit hit respective centuries to guide India home with eight wickets and 32 balls remaining. India also clinched the ODI series with that win, only for the West Indies to turn the tables in the final One-Dayer and complete their highest successful ODI run chase, with Hope scoring an unbeaten 162.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-west-indies-set-record-for-highest-successful-run-chase-in-t20is-against-india-1791566384267">IND vs WI: West Indies set record for highest successful run chase in T20Is against India</a>&nbsp;Following his marathon innings, Gill took to his Instagram handle, posting a photo of himself with the caption, ‘406? Cool.’

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11 days later, Hope’s magnificent 102* saw West Indies complete a first 250-plus T20I run chase on Indian soil.&nbsp;Crediting the self-belief within the team and his partnerships with Rovman Powell and Sherfane Rutherford, Hope said, “It's going to be a tough chase. But when you chase here in India, you always give yourself a chance. You always think you're in the game, regardless of what score is on the board. But five for two was always going to be challenging.”&nbsp;“When we got that partnership there, myself and Rovman, we just got some more impetus in the innings, and then obviously Sherfane came and did what he did, played really well with the bat, and just gave us that spark that we needed to get over the line today,” Hope explained on what pushed the visitors.&nbsp;“Yes, the thing about cricket, I really believe that we need to bat a lot better in partnerships. It's something that we tend to lack every now and again, but sometimes you just got to sit back, as you say, and watch (your partner) play shots. In that situation there, as long as we kept going at the rate to keep up with the game, then I didn't need to take any unnecessary risk. I thought we were going really nicely, so just about calculating that chase as best we can,” he concluded.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the T20I series is tied at 1-1, with Indore to host the third T20I on Sunday (Oct 11).

West Indies skipper Shai Hope poked fun at Shubman Gill’s viral post with his own ‘250? Cool.’ Instagram caption following a record T20I win in Ranchi.

Shai Hope is in tremendous form on the ongoing India tour, having already smashed three white-ball hundreds so far. He was on song during the 2nd T20I in Ranchi, helping his team complete the second-highest run chase in the format's history (250) with his unbeaten 102. Shortly after, Hope posted, ‘250? Cool.’, taking a swipe at a similar Instagram caption posted by India’s ODI captain Shubman Gill after scoring 223* in the second One-Dayer, helping India complete their highest ODI run chase.

West Indies skipper Shai Hope poked fun at Shubman Gill’s viral post with his own ‘250? Cool.’ Instagram caption following a record T20I win in Ranchi.

‘250? Cool.’: Shai Hope takes swipe at Shubman Gill’s Instagram caption after Ranchi T20I masterclass

Indian white-ball captains Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer continue to make headlines following the updated ICC rankings. While Gill consolidates his position as the best ODI batter following his second double hundred (223*) against the West Indies during the Guwahati One-Dayer, Iyer has jumped 18 places to break into the top-10 T20I batters list for the first time in his career. The T20I skipper smashed his maiden hundred in the format in Lucknow on Tuesday (Oct 6), hitting an unbeaten 43-ball 102 to see his team home with eight wickets remaining.&nbsp;Iyer sits in seventh place, third-highest amongst Indian batters after Ishan Kishan (1) and Abhishek Sharma (2). While Abhishek’s quickfire 28-ball 61 during the Asian Games final against Pakistan, followed by 21 (10) three days later in the first T20I, helped him retain his place, Kishan’s ominous touch keeps him at the top of men’s T20I rankings.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/gautam-gambhir-tribute-outgoing-chief-selector-ajit-agarkar-1791372701967">‘Team first and team ahead’: India coach Gambhir pens heartfelt wish for chief selector Ajit Agarkar</a>&nbsp;Newly appointed Pakistan T20I captain Sahibzada Farhan is third, followed by the English duo of captain Harry Brook (4) and veteran batter Jos Buttler (5). South Africa’s Dewald Brevis is sixth, with Phil Salt (8), Pathum Nissanka (9) and Tilak Varma (10) the bottom-placed batters in the top-10 T20I rankings for batters.&nbsp;Among those making significant gains is West Indies' Sherfane Rutherford, who scored 56 off 34 balls in the series opener. He climbed 10 places from 47 to 37.&nbsp;Meanwhile, in the bowlers’ rankings, Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed lost his top spot to Adil Rashid following his mediocre returns in the knockouts of the Asian Games in Japan. While he went wicketless for 29 in the semifinal, Abrar could pick up just one in the gold medal match against India. Abrar’s demotion to number two sees Rashid attain the top spot for the eighth time in his career, more than twice as many as anyone at that position over the years.&nbsp;Indian left-arm spinner Axar Patel has also gained places with his match-winning performances lately. After returning with four wickets in two games during the Asiad, and 2/26 against the West Indies in the first T20I, Axar jumped 16 places to number seven.<h3>Gill is No.1 ODI batter</h3>Gill's 334-run tally in three One-Dayers against the West Indies helped him extend his lead over New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell, who replaced Kohli at number two. The Kiwi batter slipped to the third position after Kohli hit his record-breaking 55th One-Day hundred in the first match, but returned to the second spot following Kohli’s 29 and 0 in the remaining two matches.&nbsp;Elsewhere, West Indies captain Shai Hope, who scored a match-winning 162 in the final ODI, jumped two places to No. 6, while KL Rahul, whose 129 went in vain, jumped seven spots to 10.

Shreyas Iyer jumped 18 spots to 7th in the latest ICC T20I rankings after his maiden 102*, while Shubman Gill consolidated his No. 1 ODI ranking following a brilliant 223* vs West Indies.

Indian white-ball captains Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer continue to make headlines following the updated ICC rankings. While Gill consolidates his position as the best ODI batter following his second double hundred (223*) against the West Indies during the Guwahati One-Dayer, Iyer has jumped 18 places to break into the top-10 T20I batters list for the first time in his career. The T20I skipper smashed his maiden hundred in the format in Lucknow on Tuesday (Oct 6), hitting an unbeaten 43-ball 102 to see his team home with eight wickets remaining. Iyer sits in seventh place, third-highest amongst Indian batters after Ishan Kishan (1) and Abhishek Sharma (2). While Abhishek’s quickfire 28-ball 61 during the Asian Games final against Pakistan, followed by 21 (10) three days later in the first T20I, helped him retain his place, Kishan’s ominous touch keeps him at the top of men’s T20I rankings. Also read| ‘Team first and team ahead’: India coach Gambhir pens heartfelt wish for chief selector Ajit Agarkar Newly appointed Pakistan T20I captain Sahibzada Farhan is third, followed by the English duo of captain Harry Brook (4) and veteran batter Jos Buttler (5). South Africa’s Dewald Brevis is sixth, with Phil Salt (8), Pathum Nissanka (9) and Tilak Varma (10) the bottom-placed batters in the top-10 T20I rankings for batters. Among those making significant gains is West Indies' Sherfane Rutherford, who scored 56 off 34 balls in the series opener. He climbed 10 places from 47 to 37. Meanwhile, in the bowlers’ rankings, Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed lost his top spot to Adil Rashid following his mediocre returns in the knockouts of the Asian Games in Japan. While he went wicketless for 29 in the semifinal, Abrar could pick up just one in the gold medal match against India. Abrar’s demotion to number two sees Rashid attain the top spot for the eighth time in his career, more than twice as many as anyone at that position over the years. Indian left-arm spinner Axar Patel has also gained places with his match-winning performances lately. After returning with four wickets in two games during the Asiad, and 2/26 against the West Indies in the first T20I, Axar jumped 16 places to number seven. Gill is No.1 ODI batter Gill's 334-run tally in three One-Dayers against the West Indies helped him extend his lead over New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell, who replaced Kohli at number two. The Kiwi batter slipped to the third position after Kohli hit his record-breaking 55th One-Day hundred in the first match, but returned to the second spot following Kohli’s 29 and 0 in the remaining two matches. Elsewhere, West Indies captain Shai Hope, who scored a match-winning 162 in the final ODI, jumped two places to No. 6, while KL Rahul, whose 129 went in vain, jumped seven spots to 10.

Shreyas Iyer jumped 18 spots to 7th in the latest ICC T20I rankings after his maiden 102*, while Shubman Gill consolidated his No. 1 ODI ranking following a brilliant 223* vs West Indies.

ICC Rankings: Shreyas Iyer breaks into top 10 after maiden T20I hundred in Lucknow

The ICC fined Indian and West Indian players for maintaining a slow over-rate in the third and final ODI in New Chandigarh last Saturday (Oct 3). Indian players were fined 20 per cent of their match fees, while West Indian players were fined 10 per cent. The hosts were found four overs short of the required target once time allowances were considered, and the visiting side was deemed two overs short, with the ICC imposing respective fines.India had already won the three-match ODI series 2-0 entering into the final One-Dayer, with the West Indies playing for pride in New Chandigarh.&nbsp;&nbsp;India won the series opener in Thiruvananthapuram by eight wickets, riding on hundreds from captain Shubman Gill and talismanic batter Virat Kohli.In the second ODI, the West Indies created history by breaching the 400-mark in ODIs for the first time, only for India to chase the 405-run target by eight wickets. Gill was again on song, hitting his second ODI double hundred (223*) and helping India complete their highest successful run chase and the second-highest overall (behind South Africa’s 438 vs Australia, 2006).&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/hardik-pandya-harshit-rana-injury-setback-nz-tour-1791138228408">Double blow for India as Hardik Pandya, Harshit Rana suffer fitness setbacks; unlikely for NZ tour: Report</a><h3>Hope Stars for WI in New Chandigarh</h3>Shai Hope’s latest century, however, surpassed West Indian veteran Brian Lara’s tally of most ODI hundreds in the second ODI, taking his career tally to 21 centuries. This knock, however, came in a winning cause as West Indies chased 352 to complete their highest successful chase in 50-over cricket.&nbsp;For India, KL Rahul smashed a brilliant 129*, helping them post a fighting total. The in-form West Indian captain registered his highest ODI total (162*) as the visitors won the final match to deny India a 3-0 series sweep.&nbsp;The two teams will now return to action in the five-match T20Is starting in Lucknow on Tuesday (Oct 6).

The ICC fined India and the West Indies match fees for maintaining slow over-rates in the 3rd ODI in New Chandigarh. Read team penalties and series recap.

The ICC fined Indian and West Indian players for maintaining a slow over-rate in the third and final ODI in New Chandigarh last Saturday (Oct 3). Indian players were fined 20 per cent of their match fees, while West Indian players were fined 10 per cent. The hosts were found four overs short of the required target once time allowances were considered, and the visiting side was deemed two overs short, with the ICC imposing respective fines. India had already won the three-match ODI series 2-0 entering into the final One-Dayer, with the West Indies playing for pride in New Chandigarh. India won the series opener in Thiruvananthapuram by eight wickets, riding on hundreds from captain Shubman Gill and talismanic batter Virat Kohli. In the second ODI, the West Indies created history by breaching the 400-mark in ODIs for the first time, only for India to chase the 405-run target by eight wickets. Gill was again on song, hitting his second ODI double hundred (223*) and helping India complete their highest successful run chase and the second-highest overall (behind South Africa’s 438 vs Australia, 2006). Also read| Double blow for India as Hardik Pandya, Harshit Rana suffer fitness setbacks; unlikely for NZ tour: Report Hope Stars for WI in New Chandigarh Shai Hope’s latest century, however, surpassed West Indian veteran Brian Lara’s tally of most ODI hundreds in the second ODI, taking his career tally to 21 centuries. This knock, however, came in a winning cause as West Indies chased 352 to complete their highest successful chase in 50-over cricket. For India, KL Rahul smashed a brilliant 129*, helping them post a fighting total. The in-form West Indian captain registered his highest ODI total (162*) as the visitors won the final match to deny India a 3-0 series sweep. The two teams will now return to action in the five-match T20Is starting in Lucknow on Tuesday (Oct 6).

The ICC fined India and the West Indies match fees for maintaining slow over-rates in the 3rd ODI in New Chandigarh. Read team penalties and series recap.

ICC fines India and West Indies over slow over-rate in Chandigarh ODI

India skipper Shubman Gill has identified pacers Anshul Kamboj and Auqib Nabi as the bowlers who will be part of the ODI mix ahead of the upcoming 2027 ODI World Cup. The statement comes after Gill admitted that there is no time to experiment for India following the team's five-wicket loss against the West Indies on Saturday (Oct. 3) in the third ODI of the three-match series. India, however, won the series 2-1, but the bowlers took a beating in all three matches. Nabi conceded 84/0 in 8.5 overs in the second ODI, and Kamboj went for 82/0 in 9 overs in the third ODI, both on debut.<h2>Gill earmarks Kamboj and Nabi for India's upcoming ODIs ahead of World Cup 2027</h2>India is dealing with an injury to star all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who offers balance to the team. Harshit Rana was first identified as the bowler who could replace Pandya and bat a bit as well, but he is injured as well. Gill's logic for backing Kamboj and Nabi is to find someone who can bowl and bat at number eight.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/skipper-iyer-reveals-what-changed-momentum-in-india-s-favour-vs-pakistan-in-asian-games-2026-final-1791170904470">Skipper Iyer reveals what changed momentum in India's favour vs Pakistan in Asian Games 2026 final</a>"Anshul and Auqib are the kind of players who are going to be in the mix a lot. (With Prasidh injured) we had an opportunity to experiment with another player with the series being in the bag. So, we wanted to take that opportunity. And Anshul is someone who can bat at number 8. And that number is very crucial for us. We don’t know who will be fit at the World Cup. And if we want someone who can bowl and can bat a bit at number 8, Anshul and even Auqib can do the job," the skipper said at the press conference post the third ODI against the West Indies."They would have liked to have done a much better job. But it’s a little bit harsh on them. It’s not easy to come and be able to deliver straight away. In international cricket, sometimes you require a bit of time. Very few players just come in and start delivering for the team. I hope that they learn from their mistakes, from the opportunities that they get," Gill added.<h2>When is the next ODI series for India?</h2>India next play ODIs against New Zealand when it travels for a full-fledged tour comprising five T20Is, five ODIs, and two Tests. The tour begins with a T20I series on October 22 in Christchurch. The ODI series starts on November 4 in Auckland, and the Test series starts on November 19 in Wellington.

Following a 2-1 series win over the West Indies, Indian captain Shubman Gill backed debuting pacers Anshul Kamboj and Auqib Nabi as potential number eight options ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.

India skipper Shubman Gill has identified pacers Anshul Kamboj and Auqib Nabi as the bowlers who will be part of the ODI mix ahead of the upcoming 2027 ODI World Cup. The statement comes after Gill admitted that there is no time to experiment for India following the team's five-wicket loss against the West Indies on Saturday (Oct. 3) in the third ODI of the three-match series. India, however, won the series 2-1, but the bowlers took a beating in all three matches. Nabi conceded 84/0 in 8.5 overs in the second ODI, and Kamboj went for 82/0 in 9 overs in the third ODI, both on debut. Gill earmarks Kamboj and Nabi for India's upcoming ODIs ahead of World Cup 2027 India is dealing with an injury to star all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who offers balance to the team. Harshit Rana was first identified as the bowler who could replace Pandya and bat a bit as well, but he is injured as well. Gill's logic for backing Kamboj and Nabi is to find someone who can bowl and bat at number eight. Also Read - Skipper Iyer reveals what changed momentum in India's favour vs Pakistan in Asian Games 2026 final "Anshul and Auqib are the kind of players who are going to be in the mix a lot. (With Prasidh injured) we had an opportunity to experiment with another player with the series being in the bag. So, we wanted to take that opportunity. And Anshul is someone who can bat at number 8. And that number is very crucial for us. We don’t know who will be fit at the World Cup. And if we want someone who can bowl and can bat a bit at number 8, Anshul and even Auqib can do the job," the skipper said at the press conference post the third ODI against the West Indies. "They would have liked to have done a much better job. But it’s a little bit harsh on them. It’s not easy to come and be able to deliver straight away. In international cricket, sometimes you require a bit of time. Very few players just come in and start delivering for the team. I hope that they learn from their mistakes, from the opportunities that they get," Gill added. When is the next ODI series for India? India next play ODIs against New Zealand when it travels for a full-fledged tour comprising five T20Is, five ODIs, and two Tests. The tour begins with a T20I series on October 22 in Christchurch. The ODI series starts on November 4 in Auckland, and the Test series starts on November 19 in Wellington.

Following a 2-1 series win over the West Indies, Indian captain Shubman Gill backed debuting pacers Anshul Kamboj and Auqib Nabi as potential number eight options ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Wicketless on debut but India skipper Gill backs pacers Kamboj, Nabi for India ODIs ahead of World Cup 2027

Indian ODI captain Shubman Gill wants to fine-tune a few areas despite beating the West Indies 2-1 in the recently concluded ODI series. While the batting prospered for the hosts, with India posting 300-plus totals in all games, including their highest successful run chase in the second One-Dayer, their death bowling and fielding—mainly dropped catches—hurt them most. As Indian bowlers also leaked runs, Gill, who remained at the helm, flagged concerns.&nbsp;"I feel sometimes we are not really clear whether we are attacking or we are defending, especially when we are bowling in the death overs," Gill said after India conceded the final ODI in New Chandigarh by five wickets. "One-Day is such a game; if the opposition is five or six down, you are never really sure what fields to take, whether we are going for the death too early or we are still, you know, bowling kind of like middle overs. I think these are some areas which we definitely need to be better at."&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shubman-gill-no-room-to-experiment-india-2027-world-cup-playing-xi-1791111849647">‘No Room to Experiment’: Shubman Gill wants India’s best XI in ODIs</a>&nbsp;While the Indian bowlers leaked 305 runs in the series opener in Trivandrum, they conceded 405 in the second and failed to defend 351 in the final match on Saturday night. India missed their frontline seamers, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya, due to other national commitments and injury; instead, they were forced to field an inexperienced pace attack in three matches, with seasoned quick Mohammed Siraj getting only one game.<h3>‘Disappointed to miss out on final ODI’</h3>Gill clobbered a hundred, a record-breaking double hundred and a single-digit score in three ODIs against the West Indies, earning the Player of the Series award. Although his match-winning 223* in the second ODI helped India complete their highest successful run chase, and second-highest overall (behind South Africa's 438 against Australia in 2006), his failure in the final game at his home venue in New Chandigarh left him disappointed.&nbsp;"I mean, you're always disappointed whenever you get out early, but I think today I don't think there could have been much that I would have done on that ball," he said.&nbsp;Days after India entered the record books with a stunning run chase in Guwahati, the West Indies registered their highest successful chase in the final ODI, hunting 352 with five wickets remaining.

Shubman Gill raised concerns over India’s death bowling and fielding after a 2-1 ODI series win against the West Indies, stressing key areas need fine-tuning.

Indian ODI captain Shubman Gill wants to fine-tune a few areas despite beating the West Indies 2-1 in the recently concluded ODI series. While the batting prospered for the hosts, with India posting 300-plus totals in all games, including their highest successful run chase in the second One-Dayer, their death bowling and fielding—mainly dropped catches—hurt them most. As Indian bowlers also leaked runs, Gill, who remained at the helm, flagged concerns. "I feel sometimes we are not really clear whether we are attacking or we are defending, especially when we are bowling in the death overs," Gill said after India conceded the final ODI in New Chandigarh by five wickets. "One-Day is such a game; if the opposition is five or six down, you are never really sure what fields to take, whether we are going for the death too early or we are still, you know, bowling kind of like middle overs. I think these are some areas which we definitely need to be better at." Also read| ‘No Room to Experiment’: Shubman Gill wants India’s best XI in ODIs While the Indian bowlers leaked 305 runs in the series opener in Trivandrum, they conceded 405 in the second and failed to defend 351 in the final match on Saturday night. India missed their frontline seamers, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya, due to other national commitments and injury; instead, they were forced to field an inexperienced pace attack in three matches, with seasoned quick Mohammed Siraj getting only one game. ‘Disappointed to miss out on final ODI’ Gill clobbered a hundred, a record-breaking double hundred and a single-digit score in three ODIs against the West Indies, earning the Player of the Series award. Although his match-winning 223* in the second ODI helped India complete their highest successful run chase, and second-highest overall (behind South Africa's 438 against Australia in 2006), his failure in the final game at his home venue in New Chandigarh left him disappointed. "I mean, you're always disappointed whenever you get out early, but I think today I don't think there could have been much that I would have done on that ball," he said. Days after India entered the record books with a stunning run chase in Guwahati, the West Indies registered their highest successful chase in the final ODI, hunting 352 with five wickets remaining.

Shubman Gill raised concerns over India’s death bowling and fielding after a 2-1 ODI series win against the West Indies, stressing key areas need fine-tuning.

Shubman Gill flags 2 major concerns for India after Chandigarh ODI defeat to WI

Indian ODI captain Shubman Gill said there is no room left to experiment with potential players or playing XIs, with the 2027 50-over World Cup in sight. Gill added that with so much cricket being played across formats and levels, it’s challenging to field your best XI, which he wants to do in each game leading up to the showpiece event.&nbsp;While India had their best and almost all first-team batters, barring Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya, available for selection for the recently concluded ODI series against the West Indies, they had to play their backup quicks, with main players like Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh committing to Asian Games duties in Japan.&nbsp;Besides, Axar Patel and Washington Sundar — core members of the ODI setup for the 2027 World Cup — were also unavailable for the West Indies series. All, however, will be back in action for the five-match T20Is starting October 6.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-3rd-odi-shai-hope-motie-star-as-west-indies-defeat-india-by-five-wickets-1791039749152">IND vs WI, 3rd ODI: Shai Hope, Motie star as West Indies defeat India by five wickets</a>&nbsp;India handed debuts to Naman Dhir, Auqib Nabi, and Anshul Kamboj, played Ruturaj Gaikwad at number four, and eventually sealed the series 2-1.&nbsp;“I honestly think there is not that much time to experiment; the combination that we want to play, hopefully, we get all the players that are available from the next series, and the combination that we would like to play in the World Cup, we want to start playing with that combination,” Gill said after India lost the third and final ODI in New Chandigarh by five wickets.&nbsp;“I would say it’s been unfortunate, you know, with the injuries and with the scheduling with the other matches being around, it’s been a little bit unfortunate that we have not been able to play the bowling lineup that we would like to,” he continued.&nbsp;Gill, however, embraced the chance to hand out India caps to newcomers and try the bench strength in the lead-up to the cricket spectacle in Africa in late 2027.&nbsp;“I think it’s a good chance for the other players, you know, the players who might not have been in the team had the full-strength bowling lineup been there, so it’s a great chance for them to showcase their skills,” he said.&nbsp;After the T20I series against the West Indies, which concludes on October 17, the Shreyas Iyer-led Indian Team will face New Zealand for T20Is starting October 22 in Christchurch.

Shubman Gill flags lack of preparation time for the 2027 World Cup, stressing there is no room left to experiment after India’s ODI series against West Indies.

Indian ODI captain Shubman Gill said there is no room left to experiment with potential players or playing XIs, with the 2027 50-over World Cup in sight. Gill added that with so much cricket being played across formats and levels, it’s challenging to field your best XI, which he wants to do in each game leading up to the showpiece event. While India had their best and almost all first-team batters, barring Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya, available for selection for the recently concluded ODI series against the West Indies, they had to play their backup quicks, with main players like Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh committing to Asian Games duties in Japan. Besides, Axar Patel and Washington Sundar — core members of the ODI setup for the 2027 World Cup — were also unavailable for the West Indies series. All, however, will be back in action for the five-match T20Is starting October 6. Also read| IND vs WI, 3rd ODI: Shai Hope, Motie star as West Indies defeat India by five wickets India handed debuts to Naman Dhir, Auqib Nabi, and Anshul Kamboj, played Ruturaj Gaikwad at number four, and eventually sealed the series 2-1. “I honestly think there is not that much time to experiment; the combination that we want to play, hopefully, we get all the players that are available from the next series, and the combination that we would like to play in the World Cup, we want to start playing with that combination,” Gill said after India lost the third and final ODI in New Chandigarh by five wickets. “I would say it’s been unfortunate, you know, with the injuries and with the scheduling with the other matches being around, it’s been a little bit unfortunate that we have not been able to play the bowling lineup that we would like to,” he continued. Gill, however, embraced the chance to hand out India caps to newcomers and try the bench strength in the lead-up to the cricket spectacle in Africa in late 2027. “I think it’s a good chance for the other players, you know, the players who might not have been in the team had the full-strength bowling lineup been there, so it’s a great chance for them to showcase their skills,” he said. After the T20I series against the West Indies, which concludes on October 17, the Shreyas Iyer-led Indian Team will face New Zealand for T20Is starting October 22 in Christchurch.

Shubman Gill flags lack of preparation time for the 2027 World Cup, stressing there is no room left to experiment after India’s ODI series against West Indies.

‘No Room to Experiment’: Shubman Gill wants India’s best XI in ODIs

India ODI skipper Shubman Gill has his sights set on the ODI World Cup 2027, calling it "unfinished business." Gill was part of India's ODI World Cup 2023 squad that lost at home in the final to Australia. Gill, who smashed 223 not out against West Indies in the second ODI on Wednesday (Sep 30) in the ongoing three-ODI series as India chased a record target of 406, is now determined to finish what was started in 2023. The next edition is an away tournament, with India set to kick off the group stage in a rematch of the last edition's final against Australia on October 7 at Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa.<h2>Gill has "unfinished business" in the ODI World Cup</h2>The tournament is being co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, and the final will be played at the Wanderers in Johannesburg — the venue of the 2003 ODI World Cup final, which India lost to Australia under Sourav Ganguly. Speaking to JioStar ahead of the third ODI against West Indies, which is set to be played on Saturday (Oct 3) in Mullanpur (PCA Stadium), Gill made his thoughts about the ODI World Cup clear:Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-batter-rohit-sharma-shares-immediate-goal-ahead-of-odi-world-cup-2027-chances-1790852665024">India batter Rohit shares 'immediate goal' ahead of ODI World Cup 2027 chances</a>"It's unfinished business because of the way we played throughout that World Cup. We were looking like the best team in the tournament. But World Cups are like that. You might play the entire tournament well, but you don't play one game well, and that game could be the final of the World Cup. So definitely, it is unfinished business. And as a player, you don't get that many opportunities to represent your country in a World Cup. There could be two, three, four, five, you never know. So, every World Cup that you play for your country is a big honor. So, I am very grateful to be able to play another one."<h2>India's schedule in the ODI World Cup 2027</h2>India are in Group A along with Afghanistan, Australia, Pakistan, Zimbabwe, and Qualifier A. They start their campaign against Australia on October 7 to kick off the group stage at Newlands, Cape Town. The 2023 runners-up then head to the Wanderers, Johannesburg, to face arch-rivals Pakistan on October 10. They next play against Afghanistan on October 14 at Centurion, before taking on Qualifier A on October 17 at Bloemfontein. India finish the group stage against Zimbabwe on October 24 at Victoria Falls.

Shubman Gill dubbed the 2027 ODI World Cup "unfinished business" after India's 2023 final loss to Australia. Co-hosted in Southern Africa, India start their campaign vs Australia on Oct 7 in Cape Town.

India ODI skipper Shubman Gill has his sights set on the ODI World Cup 2027, calling it "unfinished business." Gill was part of India's ODI World Cup 2023 squad that lost at home in the final to Australia. Gill, who smashed 223 not out against West Indies in the second ODI on Wednesday (Sep 30) in the ongoing three-ODI series as India chased a record target of 406, is now determined to finish what was started in 2023. The next edition is an away tournament, with India set to kick off the group stage in a rematch of the last edition's final against Australia on October 7 at Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa. Gill has "unfinished business" in the ODI World Cup The tournament is being co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, and the final will be played at the Wanderers in Johannesburg — the venue of the 2003 ODI World Cup final, which India lost to Australia under Sourav Ganguly. Speaking to JioStar ahead of the third ODI against West Indies, which is set to be played on Saturday (Oct 3) in Mullanpur (PCA Stadium), Gill made his thoughts about the ODI World Cup clear: Also Read - India batter Rohit shares 'immediate goal' ahead of ODI World Cup 2027 chances "It's unfinished business because of the way we played throughout that World Cup. We were looking like the best team in the tournament. But World Cups are like that. You might play the entire tournament well, but you don't play one game well, and that game could be the final of the World Cup. So definitely, it is unfinished business. And as a player, you don't get that many opportunities to represent your country in a World Cup. There could be two, three, four, five, you never know. So, every World Cup that you play for your country is a big honor. So, I am very grateful to be able to play another one." India's schedule in the ODI World Cup 2027 India are in Group A along with Afghanistan, Australia, Pakistan, Zimbabwe, and Qualifier A. They start their campaign against Australia on October 7 to kick off the group stage at Newlands, Cape Town. The 2023 runners-up then head to the Wanderers, Johannesburg, to face arch-rivals Pakistan on October 10. They next play against Afghanistan on October 14 at Centurion, before taking on Qualifier A on October 17 at Bloemfontein. India finish the group stage against Zimbabwe on October 24 at Victoria Falls.

Shubman Gill dubbed the 2027 ODI World Cup "unfinished business" after India's 2023 final loss to Australia. Co-hosted in Southern Africa, India start their campaign vs Australia on Oct 7 in Cape Town.

India skipper Shubman Gill has 'unfinished business' at upcoming ODI World Cup 2027

India's record chase of 406 against the West Indies in the second ODI of the three-match series on Wednesday (Sep 30) has not amused head coach Gautam Gambhir at all. India surpassed the 400+ target with 39 balls and eight wickets to spare. This is also only the second time in the history of ODI cricket that a 400+ total has been chased successfully, with the only other instance being South Africa chasing down 434 against Australia. Gambhir, while acknowledging the batting prowess of both teams, said that the bowlers need to have something to work with on the pitch.<h2>Gambhir not amused with India's record chase</h2>Skipper Shubman Gill, who scored 223 not out, added 255 runs for the opening wicket with Rohit Sharma (101) in 26.2 overs to take the game away from the West Indies. Speaking to the broadcaster after the match, Gambhir said: "Look, if I have to be absolutely honest, I feel I think there has to be a bit of more contest between bat and ball, because I think you talk about cricket - but this is not cricket, this is only batting."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shubman-gill-223-all-records-broken-ind-vs-wi-2nd-odi-1790794610718">Shubman Gill's 223 vs WI: Every record broken in India’s highest-ever ODI chase</a>"When you bowl on this kind of a wicket, it's not fair for the bowlers. So we've got to give something to the bowlers so there's at least something which the bowlers can work with," he added.<h2>What next for India?</h2>After the last ODI against the West Indies on Saturday (Oct 3), India's next 50-over assignment will be in New Zealand. After playing the Kiwis, India will also play against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe at home in ODIs, as per the current schedule. In between, however, there's the IPL and an Australian tour of India for the five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the start of next year. With the 2027 ODI World Cup nearly a year away, Gambhir acknowledged that there is less time to settle options."There is one year, but in that one year, three months will go into the IPL, three months will go into the India-Australia series," he said. "So after this series, we have barely 20 ODIs, and 20 ODIs aren't really that many ODIs, which includes three against Sri Lanka, three against Zimbabwe. I believe there isn't much time. So whatever we plan, whatever options we prepare, we will have to do it as quickly as possible."

Gautam Gambhir voiced frustration over bowler-unfriendly pitches after India’s record 406-run ODI chase against West Indies. With barely 20 ODIs left before World Cup 2027, he urged rapid team planning.

India's record chase of 406 against the West Indies in the second ODI of the three-match series on Wednesday (Sep 30) has not amused head coach Gautam Gambhir at all. India surpassed the 400+ target with 39 balls and eight wickets to spare. This is also only the second time in the history of ODI cricket that a 400+ total has been chased successfully, with the only other instance being South Africa chasing down 434 against Australia. Gambhir, while acknowledging the batting prowess of both teams, said that the bowlers need to have something to work with on the pitch. Gambhir not amused with India's record chase Skipper Shubman Gill, who scored 223 not out, added 255 runs for the opening wicket with Rohit Sharma (101) in 26.2 overs to take the game away from the West Indies. Speaking to the broadcaster after the match, Gambhir said: "Look, if I have to be absolutely honest, I feel I think there has to be a bit of more contest between bat and ball, because I think you talk about cricket - but this is not cricket, this is only batting." Also Read - Shubman Gill's 223 vs WI: Every record broken in India’s highest-ever ODI chase "When you bowl on this kind of a wicket, it's not fair for the bowlers. So we've got to give something to the bowlers so there's at least something which the bowlers can work with," he added. What next for India? After the last ODI against the West Indies on Saturday (Oct 3), India's next 50-over assignment will be in New Zealand. After playing the Kiwis, India will also play against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe at home in ODIs, as per the current schedule. In between, however, there's the IPL and an Australian tour of India for the five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the start of next year. With the 2027 ODI World Cup nearly a year away, Gambhir acknowledged that there is less time to settle options. "There is one year, but in that one year, three months will go into the IPL, three months will go into the India-Australia series," he said. "So after this series, we have barely 20 ODIs, and 20 ODIs aren't really that many ODIs, which includes three against Sri Lanka, three against Zimbabwe. I believe there isn't much time. So whatever we plan, whatever options we prepare, we will have to do it as quickly as possible."

Gautam Gambhir voiced frustration over bowler-unfriendly pitches after India’s record 406-run ODI chase against West Indies. With barely 20 ODIs left before World Cup 2027, he urged rapid team planning.

IND vs WI, 2nd ODI: Gambhir not amused with India's record chase, calls it 'not fair'

India pulled off their highest successful ODI run chase and the second-highest overall against the West Indies in the just-concluded second One-Day match in Guwahati on Wednesday (Sep 30). Riding on a sensational unbeaten double century from captain Shubman Gill (223*) and a 35th One-Day century (101) from veteran Rohit Sharma, India chased 405 with eight wickets remaining. Records tumbled as India clinched the three-match ODI series, with one game to go.<h2>History and Numbers</h2>Shubman Gill smashed the fastest 200 (in 117 balls) in ODI history, while India registered their ninth 400-plus score in this format, the most by any team so far. Rohit also entered the record books for completing 12,000 runs in One-Day cricket, becoming only the third Indian after Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar to achieve this feat. Rohit and Gill also stitched 255 runs for the opening wicket, the second-highest for an Indian pair opening the innings.&nbsp;While Rohit was the quickest to 12,000 ODI runs, he also became the first batter to record 200 sixes in a country (India here).This ODI, in particular, also saw five centurions, three from the West Indies and two from India, making it the first instance in ODI history.&nbsp;The Player of the Match, Shubman Gill, also scored his second ODI double hundred, the second-most ever and one shy of Rohit, who has three 200-plus totals to his name in the 50-over format.<h3>First Innings Recap</h3>India won the toss and elected to field first in Guwahati, handing an ODI debut cap to Jammu and Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi. Prasidh Krishna provided the first breakthrough before John Campbell completed his hundred (101).&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-2nd-odi-auqib-nabi-debut-west-indies-400-runs-1790771662086">IND vs WI 2nd ODI: Auqib Nabi's expensive debut sees West Indies cross 400-mark for first time</a>&nbsp;Captain Shai Hope (104) and Amir Jangoo (114) also joined the party and smashed respective hundreds to power the West Indies to their first 400-plus team total in ODIs. Hope also went past Brian Lara for most ODI hundreds, as he completed his 20th.For India, Kuldeep Yadav was the most economical bowler, conceding at 6.5 while returning with two wickets. While Ravindra Jadeja and seamer Gurnoor Brar also picked up two wickets each, debutant Nabi went wicketless and conceded 84 runs in 8.5 overs, earning an unwanted record of being the most expensive ODI debutant for India.<h3>Gill, Rohit Rewrite History Books</h3>The Indian openers set the tone for a historic run chase in Guwahati, adding 255 for the first wicket inside 27 overs. Rohit’s departure brought talismanic Virat Kohli to the crease, who also enjoyed his brief time in the middle before falling to Shamar Joseph on 29.&nbsp;The star of the match, however, was Gill, who looked in ominous touch and brought up another century in back-to-back games.&nbsp;&nbsp;Unlike in the series opener, where he got out on 110, Gill converted his hundred into a brilliant double ton, smashing 26 fours and eight sixes at an unbelievable strike rate of 167.67.&nbsp;Alongside Ruturaj Gaikwad, Gill helped India complete a memorable chase.&nbsp;New Chandigarh will host the third and final ODI on Saturday (Oct 3).

Shubman Gill's record-shattering 223* and Rohit Sharma's 101 powered India to a historic 405-run chase against the West Indies in Guwahati to seal the ODI series.

India pulled off their highest successful ODI run chase and the second-highest overall against the West Indies in the just-concluded second One-Day match in Guwahati on Wednesday (Sep 30). Riding on a sensational unbeaten double century from captain Shubman Gill (223*) and a 35th One-Day century (101) from veteran Rohit Sharma, India chased 405 with eight wickets remaining. Records tumbled as India clinched the three-match ODI series, with one game to go. History and Numbers Shubman Gill smashed the fastest 200 (in 117 balls) in ODI history, while India registered their ninth 400-plus score in this format, the most by any team so far. Rohit also entered the record books for completing 12,000 runs in One-Day cricket, becoming only the third Indian after Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar to achieve this feat. Rohit and Gill also stitched 255 runs for the opening wicket, the second-highest for an Indian pair opening the innings. While Rohit was the quickest to 12,000 ODI runs, he also became the first batter to record 200 sixes in a country (India here). This ODI, in particular, also saw five centurions, three from the West Indies and two from India, making it the first instance in ODI history. The Player of the Match, Shubman Gill, also scored his second ODI double hundred, the second-most ever and one shy of Rohit, who has three 200-plus totals to his name in the 50-over format. First Innings Recap India won the toss and elected to field first in Guwahati, handing an ODI debut cap to Jammu and Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi. Prasidh Krishna provided the first breakthrough before John Campbell completed his hundred (101). Also read| IND vs WI 2nd ODI: Auqib Nabi's expensive debut sees West Indies cross 400-mark for first time Captain Shai Hope (104) and Amir Jangoo (114) also joined the party and smashed respective hundreds to power the West Indies to their first 400-plus team total in ODIs. Hope also went past Brian Lara for most ODI hundreds, as he completed his 20th. For India, Kuldeep Yadav was the most economical bowler, conceding at 6.5 while returning with two wickets. While Ravindra Jadeja and seamer Gurnoor Brar also picked up two wickets each, debutant Nabi went wicketless and conceded 84 runs in 8.5 overs, earning an unwanted record of being the most expensive ODI debutant for India. Gill, Rohit Rewrite History Books The Indian openers set the tone for a historic run chase in Guwahati, adding 255 for the first wicket inside 27 overs. Rohit’s departure brought talismanic Virat Kohli to the crease, who also enjoyed his brief time in the middle before falling to Shamar Joseph on 29. The star of the match, however, was Gill, who looked in ominous touch and brought up another century in back-to-back games. Unlike in the series opener, where he got out on 110, Gill converted his hundred into a brilliant double ton, smashing 26 fours and eight sixes at an unbelievable strike rate of 167.67. Alongside Ruturaj Gaikwad, Gill helped India complete a memorable chase. New Chandigarh will host the third and final ODI on Saturday (Oct 3).

Shubman Gill's record-shattering 223* and Rohit Sharma's 101 powered India to a historic 405-run chase against the West Indies in Guwahati to seal the ODI series.

India pull off record ODI run chase vs West Indies behind Gill’s 223* and Rohit’s 101

Talismanic Indian batter Virat Kohli has jumped one place to the second spot in the updated ICC ODI rankings following his record-breaking 55th One-Day hundred in the first game against the West Indies. His unbeaten 139 off 88 balls, including nine sixes and 10 fours, helped him surpass New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell’s tally of 794. With Kohli at second (796), he has closed the gap with ODI captain and top-ranked batter Shubman Gill, who sits at the top with 816 rating points. Former captain Rohit Sharma is fourth on the list (719).&nbsp;Kohli and Gill scored hundreds in the series opener in Thiruvananthapuram, helping India chase 296 with eight wickets remaining.&nbsp;Last Sunday (Sep 27) was the busiest international cricket day in a long time, with six teams in action and six batters across all series scoring centuries in a record feat. While Gill and Kohli were the two Indians on the list, West Indies all-rounder Justin Greaves, England opener Tom Banton, and South African batting pair captain Temba Bavuma and seasoned David Miller were the remaining batters to reach the three-digit mark.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/odi-world-cup-2027-axar-or-jadeja-india-spin-coach-bahutule-on-who-will-be-picked-1790738583647">ODI World Cup 2027: Axar or Jadeja? India spin coach Bahutule on who will be picked</a>&nbsp;Sri Lankan batting mainstay Kusal Mendis, who scored a match-winning 121 in the second ODI, was the biggest gainer on the rankings, jumping three places to the seventh spot. England batting veteran Joe Root dropped two places to number nine, with Shai Hope attaining eighth place with 664 rating points.&nbsp;The Asians, however, continue to dominate the batting chart, with Afghanistan opener Ibrahim Zadran (719 rating points) and Pakistan batting giant Babar Azam (689) taking up the fifth and sixth spots, respectively. Ireland’s Harry Tector is 10th with 653 rating points.&nbsp;Among the bowlers, Proteas ace spinner Keshav Maharaj gained three places to sit at three after finishing with 2/54 and 4/20 in the first two ODIs against Australia. Aussie quick Josh Hazlewood also returned to the top ten with his four wickets in the first two ODIs; he is up five places to tenth.&nbsp;Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav also jumped four places to the fifth position after completing his 12th ODI four-wicket haul in the first ODI against the West Indies. Kuldeep returned with figures of 4/40.

Virat Kohli jumps to No. 2 in the latest ICC ODI rankings following his record-breaking 55th century against West Indies, closing the gap on Shubman Gill.

Talismanic Indian batter Virat Kohli has jumped one place to the second spot in the updated ICC ODI rankings following his record-breaking 55th One-Day hundred in the first game against the West Indies. His unbeaten 139 off 88 balls, including nine sixes and 10 fours, helped him surpass New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell’s tally of 794. With Kohli at second (796), he has closed the gap with ODI captain and top-ranked batter Shubman Gill, who sits at the top with 816 rating points. Former captain Rohit Sharma is fourth on the list (719). Kohli and Gill scored hundreds in the series opener in Thiruvananthapuram, helping India chase 296 with eight wickets remaining. Last Sunday (Sep 27) was the busiest international cricket day in a long time, with six teams in action and six batters across all series scoring centuries in a record feat. While Gill and Kohli were the two Indians on the list, West Indies all-rounder Justin Greaves, England opener Tom Banton, and South African batting pair captain Temba Bavuma and seasoned David Miller were the remaining batters to reach the three-digit mark. Also read| ODI World Cup 2027: Axar or Jadeja? India spin coach Bahutule on who will be picked Sri Lankan batting mainstay Kusal Mendis, who scored a match-winning 121 in the second ODI, was the biggest gainer on the rankings, jumping three places to the seventh spot. England batting veteran Joe Root dropped two places to number nine, with Shai Hope attaining eighth place with 664 rating points. The Asians, however, continue to dominate the batting chart, with Afghanistan opener Ibrahim Zadran (719 rating points) and Pakistan batting giant Babar Azam (689) taking up the fifth and sixth spots, respectively. Ireland’s Harry Tector is 10th with 653 rating points. Among the bowlers, Proteas ace spinner Keshav Maharaj gained three places to sit at three after finishing with 2/54 and 4/20 in the first two ODIs against Australia. Aussie quick Josh Hazlewood also returned to the top ten with his four wickets in the first two ODIs; he is up five places to tenth. Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav also jumped four places to the fifth position after completing his 12th ODI four-wicket haul in the first ODI against the West Indies. Kuldeep returned with figures of 4/40.

Virat Kohli jumps to No. 2 in the latest ICC ODI rankings following his record-breaking 55th century against West Indies, closing the gap on Shubman Gill.

Virat Kohli climbs to No. 2 in ODI rankings after 55th hundred, closes gap on top-ranked Gill

From Viv Richards to Shubman Gill, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 1000 runs in One Day Internationals. This list also includes Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq and Kevin Pietersen.

From Viv Richards to Shubman Gill, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 1000 runs in One Day Internationals. This list also includes Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq and Kevin Pietersen.

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 1000 runs in ODIs, check who tops the list

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is keen to keep players fit after a recent spate of injuries to multiple players. The board, along with head coach Gautam Gambhir, Centre of Excellence (CoE) chief VVS Laxman, ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill, and T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer, met in Mumbai on Thursday (Sep 3) to discuss the matter. The top-brass meeting with BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia came after recent T20I series losses against Ireland and England, as well as an ODI series loss against the latter. Many players, including Jasprit Bumrah, Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, and Nitish Reddy, were either injured on the UK tour or in the lead-up to it, which eventually reflected in the results.<h2>How the BCCI plans to keep players injury-free</h2>The board secretary acknowledged, while talking after the Thursday meeting as reported by ESPNcricinfo, that "individual players are having injuries because they have to play a lot of matches."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-asia-cup-2026-india-s-smriti-mandhana-is-now-best-batter-ever-in-women-s-cricket-1788491747077">Women's Asia Cup 2026: India's Smriti Mandhana is now best batter ever in women's cricket</a>The players who were selected for the UK tour had played in the IPL for two months right before it, which "takes a toll on the health of the players as well. And to avoid those kinds of situations, what best we can do under the present windows and present FTPs, we are trying to find a way forward.""The only challenges which we are facing is that there are too many matches in the year and that is why in the next FTP, we will do certain things, we will take certain measures," he said. "We have instructed our FTP person, who will be meeting very soon in various international forums, that our FTP should be scheduled in such a way that there is proper rest for the players as well as some kind of acclimatisation or friendly matches before any major series in SENA countries."<h2>What is next for the Indian men's cricket team?</h2>The Indian men's team recently returned from Sri Lanka, where they won the two-Test series 1-0. The team next plays three T20Is against Afghanistan on Sep 13, 15, and 17 in New Delhi. After that, the Indian team will compete in the Asian Games 2026 in Japan, where the board has announced a full-strength squad.

Following player injury concerns, the BCCI met with leadership—including Gautam Gambhir, VVS Laxman, Shubman Gill, and Shreyas Iyer—to plan workload fixes and FTP scheduling changes for rest.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is keen to keep players fit after a recent spate of injuries to multiple players. The board, along with head coach Gautam Gambhir, Centre of Excellence (CoE) chief VVS Laxman, ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill, and T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer, met in Mumbai on Thursday (Sep 3) to discuss the matter. The top-brass meeting with BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia came after recent T20I series losses against Ireland and England, as well as an ODI series loss against the latter. Many players, including Jasprit Bumrah, Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, and Nitish Reddy, were either injured on the UK tour or in the lead-up to it, which eventually reflected in the results. How the BCCI plans to keep players injury-free The board secretary acknowledged, while talking after the Thursday meeting as reported by ESPNcricinfo, that "individual players are having injuries because they have to play a lot of matches." Also Read - Women's Asia Cup 2026: India's Smriti Mandhana is now best batter ever in women's cricket The players who were selected for the UK tour had played in the IPL for two months right before it, which "takes a toll on the health of the players as well. And to avoid those kinds of situations, what best we can do under the present windows and present FTPs, we are trying to find a way forward." "The only challenges which we are facing is that there are too many matches in the year and that is why in the next FTP, we will do certain things, we will take certain measures," he said. "We have instructed our FTP person, who will be meeting very soon in various international forums, that our FTP should be scheduled in such a way that there is proper rest for the players as well as some kind of acclimatisation or friendly matches before any major series in SENA countries." What is next for the Indian men's cricket team? The Indian men's team recently returned from Sri Lanka, where they won the two-Test series 1-0. The team next plays three T20Is against Afghanistan on Sep 13, 15, and 17 in New Delhi. After that, the Indian team will compete in the Asian Games 2026 in Japan, where the board has announced a full-strength squad.

Following player injury concerns, the BCCI met with leadership—including Gautam Gambhir, VVS Laxman, Shubman Gill, and Shreyas Iyer—to plan workload fixes and FTP scheduling changes for rest.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia shares how board is planning to keep players injury free

Sri Lanka produced a strong fightback to hold India to a draw in the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club on Thursday (Aug 27). Indian captain Shubman Gill said his team gave its best to win the match and praised Sri Lanka for its “brilliant” batting under pressure.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sonal Dinusha led Sri Lanka’s resistance with an unbeaten 133 as the hosts finished at 429/9 after 154 overs. India had enforced the follow-on after taking a 213-run first-innings lead but could not dismiss Sri Lanka for a second time.&nbsp;India, however, won the two-match series 1-0 after securing a 165-run victory in the first Test.&nbsp;“Honestly, nothing. I mean, we fielded for about 250 overs, three days consecutively, and we did everything we can. They played brilliantly. I think the batters played really well, and they had a lot of skill and a little bit of luck going their way. So I don’t think we could have done anything differently,” Gill said after the match.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/updated-wtc-points-table-2025-27-where-does-india-stand-after-sri-lanka-draw-1787834641348">WTC Points Table 2025-27: Where does India stand after Sri Lanka draw?</a>&nbsp;Gill also praised Sri Lanka for showing great character while under pressure and said India could learn from their performance.&nbsp;“A lot of positives for us, even learning from the opposition. I think the position that they were under, under immense pressure, and the way they came back was tremendous to see. It sort of tells us, and we were talking at lunch and at tea time, that I don’t think that we could have done (anything) differently,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-2nd-test-sonal-dinusha-achieves-rare-feat-with-second-century-after-follow-on-1787833041269">IND vs SL, 2nd Test: Dinusha achieves rare feat with 2nd century after follow-on</a>&nbsp;Looking back at the series win, Gill highlighted the performances of several Indian players, including Devdutt Padikkal, KL Rahul, Manav Suthar and Prasidh Krishna.&nbsp;“But in the series, a lot of positives for us. Padikkal was brilliant, KL was really good, Manav bowled brilliantly, and Prasidh, in both innings, bent their back; both the fast bowlers. So I think we did everything we can,” Gill said.&nbsp;Gill also stressed the need for India to remain consistent in their preparation, performances and approach both on and off the field.&nbsp;“Very excited. I think really exciting times for us. Very important for us to be consistent on and off the field, with our preparation and the way that we perform and how we go about our things. And I think so far there have been a lot of positives for us,” Gill concluded.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Shubman Gill said India did everything possible to win the second Test, while praising Sri Lanka for their brilliant batting effort in securing a draw at the Sinhalese Sports Club.

Sri Lanka produced a strong fightback to hold India to a draw in the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club on Thursday (Aug 27). Indian captain Shubman Gill said his team gave its best to win the match and praised Sri Lanka for its “brilliant” batting under pressure. Sonal Dinusha led Sri Lanka’s resistance with an unbeaten 133 as the hosts finished at 429/9 after 154 overs. India had enforced the follow-on after taking a 213-run first-innings lead but could not dismiss Sri Lanka for a second time. India, however, won the two-match series 1-0 after securing a 165-run victory in the first Test. “Honestly, nothing. I mean, we fielded for about 250 overs, three days consecutively, and we did everything we can. They played brilliantly. I think the batters played really well, and they had a lot of skill and a little bit of luck going their way. So I don’t think we could have done anything differently,” Gill said after the match. Also Read - WTC Points Table 2025-27: Where does India stand after Sri Lanka draw? Gill also praised Sri Lanka for showing great character while under pressure and said India could learn from their performance. “A lot of positives for us, even learning from the opposition. I think the position that they were under, under immense pressure, and the way they came back was tremendous to see. It sort of tells us, and we were talking at lunch and at tea time, that I don’t think that we could have done (anything) differently,” he added. Also Read - IND vs SL, 2nd Test: Dinusha achieves rare feat with 2nd century after follow-on Looking back at the series win, Gill highlighted the performances of several Indian players, including Devdutt Padikkal, KL Rahul, Manav Suthar and Prasidh Krishna. “But in the series, a lot of positives for us. Padikkal was brilliant, KL was really good, Manav bowled brilliantly, and Prasidh, in both innings, bent their back; both the fast bowlers. So I think we did everything we can,” Gill said. Gill also stressed the need for India to remain consistent in their preparation, performances and approach both on and off the field. “Very excited. I think really exciting times for us. Very important for us to be consistent on and off the field, with our preparation and the way that we perform and how we go about our things. And I think so far there have been a lot of positives for us,” Gill concluded. With inputs from agencies

Shubman Gill said India did everything possible to win the second Test, while praising Sri Lanka for their brilliant batting effort in securing a draw at the Sinhalese Sports Club.

'We did everything we could': Shubman Gill reacts after Sri Lanka hold India to draw in second Test

Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said that it is unfair to blame the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for the recurring injuries suffered by Indian players, pointing out that most of these injuries occur while they are representing India rather than during their time at the CoE.&nbsp;Jasprit Bumrah, Sai Sudharsan and Hardik Pandya are among the Indian stars currently dealing with injuries. The CoE has faced criticism from fans and experts, who have questioned whether players are being cleared to return before fully completing their rehabilitation.&nbsp;Gavaskar said it was unfortunate that the physiotherapists at the Bengaluru-based CoE were being blamed. He also suggested that the repeated hamstring injuries among Indian players could be linked to their training methods.&nbsp;“While Bumrah has a knee injury, it’s seen that most Indian players suffer from hamstring injuries. Clearly, there is something wrong with their training and that is why these recurring hamstring injuries,” Gavaskar wrote in his column for the Mid-Day.&nbsp;“These injuries happen when they are playing for India, but unfortunately the blame is put on the physios at the BCCI centre of excellence. The so-called biomechanics, where a bowler can bowl only so many balls in the practice nets, is a questionable practice,” Gavaskar added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-1st-test-shubman-gill-pulls-off-spectacular-one-handed-catch-watch-1786960735507">IND vs SL, 1st Test: Shubman Gill pulls off spectacular one-handed catch - WATCH</a>&nbsp;The former India batter also questioned whether players need to spend several hours in the gym every day. He stressed that being ready for matches should be given more importance than simply focusing on gym fitness.&nbsp;“It is an issue that needs a good, hard look at why these injuries are happening again and again. It’s more important to be match fit than gym fit. But then, maybe I am from a generation that had different ideas on fitness,” Gavaskar said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/gavaskar-demands-transparency-ipl-transfer-window-player-fees-public-1786961846027">‘Bring Transparency’: Gavaskar calls for IPL player fees and salary caps to be made public</a>&nbsp;India captain Shubman Gill had also expressed his frustration with the team’s growing injury list after the ODI series loss to England. He said it was not ideal for India to keep making changes to the playing XI because of injuries.

Sunil Gavaskar raised questions over India’s training methods after recurring injuries to Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya and Harshit Rana sparked concerns about player fitness.

Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said that it is unfair to blame the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for the recurring injuries suffered by Indian players, pointing out that most of these injuries occur while they are representing India rather than during their time at the CoE. Jasprit Bumrah, Sai Sudharsan and Hardik Pandya are among the Indian stars currently dealing with injuries. The CoE has faced criticism from fans and experts, who have questioned whether players are being cleared to return before fully completing their rehabilitation. Gavaskar said it was unfortunate that the physiotherapists at the Bengaluru-based CoE were being blamed. He also suggested that the repeated hamstring injuries among Indian players could be linked to their training methods. “While Bumrah has a knee injury, it’s seen that most Indian players suffer from hamstring injuries. Clearly, there is something wrong with their training and that is why these recurring hamstring injuries,” Gavaskar wrote in his column for the Mid-Day. “These injuries happen when they are playing for India, but unfortunately the blame is put on the physios at the BCCI centre of excellence. The so-called biomechanics, where a bowler can bowl only so many balls in the practice nets, is a questionable practice,” Gavaskar added. Also Read - IND vs SL, 1st Test: Shubman Gill pulls off spectacular one-handed catch - WATCH The former India batter also questioned whether players need to spend several hours in the gym every day. He stressed that being ready for matches should be given more importance than simply focusing on gym fitness. “It is an issue that needs a good, hard look at why these injuries are happening again and again. It’s more important to be match fit than gym fit. But then, maybe I am from a generation that had different ideas on fitness,” Gavaskar said. Also Read - ‘Bring Transparency’: Gavaskar calls for IPL player fees and salary caps to be made public India captain Shubman Gill had also expressed his frustration with the team’s growing injury list after the ODI series loss to England. He said it was not ideal for India to keep making changes to the playing XI because of injuries.

Sunil Gavaskar raised questions over India’s training methods after recurring injuries to Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya and Harshit Rana sparked concerns about player fitness.

‘Match-fit, not gym-fit’: Gavaskar questions Team India’s training methods amid injury crisis

India captain Shubman Gill produced a stunning moment in the field during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle, taking a brilliant one-handed catch to dismiss Kamindu Mendis. The batter stepped out to face Kuldeep Yadav and hit the ball towards extra cover, where Gill quickly dived to his left and took a one-handed catch just before it touched the ground.&nbsp;&nbsp;Gill celebrated the catch by throwing the ball in the air and punching his fist, after making an impressive effort with quick reflexes.&nbsp;&nbsp;The wicket came at an important stage as Sri Lanka struggled against India’s spin attack and the conditions in Galle. Gill’s catch gave India further momentum as they looked to put pressure on the Sri Lankan batting lineup.&nbsp;<h2>WATCH</h2>

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<h3>Indian spinners keep SL under pressure</h3>India were bowled out for 462 earlier in the morning, adding only two runs to their overnight score of 460/9. During SL batting, Mohammed Siraj made an instant impact, dismissing Nishan Fernando with only his second delivery. Fernando edged the ball to Devdutt Padikkal at first slip.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ponting-hayden-push-changes-darwin-test-loss-mcdonald-urges-patience-1786952703681">Ponting, Hayden push for changes after 'Darwin disaster' but coach urges patience with ageing squad</a>&nbsp;Manav Suthar also made a quick start, taking a wicket with his first delivery. He later dismissed Lahiru Udara for 27 as his ability to turn and bounce troubled the Sri Lankan batters. &nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/kris-srikkanth-rejects-eoin-morgan-csk-head-coach-michael-hussey-1786945988718">‘Won’t Accept Him’: Srikkanth rejects Ashwin’s pick Morgan for CSK coach role</a>&nbsp;Kuldeep then removed Mendis, with Gill completing the dismissal through his outstanding catch. Ravindra Jadeja increased Sri Lanka’s problems by dismissing captain Dhananjaya de Silva for 21 before lunch.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sri Lanka went into the break at 99/5, trailing India by 363 runs.&nbsp;&nbsp;India’s bowlers continued to dominate, while Gill’s spectacular catch stood out as the highlight of an impressive session for the visitors.

Shubman Gill took a stunning one-handed catch at extra cover to dismiss Kamindu Mendis as India strengthened their position against Sri Lanka in Galle.

India captain Shubman Gill produced a stunning moment in the field during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle, taking a brilliant one-handed catch to dismiss Kamindu Mendis. The batter stepped out to face Kuldeep Yadav and hit the ball towards extra cover, where Gill quickly dived to his left and took a one-handed catch just before it touched the ground. Gill celebrated the catch by throwing the ball in the air and punching his fist, after making an impressive effort with quick reflexes. The wicket came at an important stage as Sri Lanka struggled against India’s spin attack and the conditions in Galle. Gill’s catch gave India further momentum as they looked to put pressure on the Sri Lankan batting lineup. WATCH

Shubman Gill took a stunning one-handed catch at extra cover to dismiss Kamindu Mendis as India strengthened their position against Sri Lanka in Galle.

IND vs SL, 1st Test: Shubman Gill pulls off spectacular one-handed catch - WATCH

From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul, here's a look at the top five active Indian batters with most runs in Test cricket. This list also includes Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant

From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul, here's a look at the top five active Indian batters with most runs in Test cricket. This list also includes Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant

Meet top 5 active Indian batters with most Test runs

Indian Test captain Shubman Gill has set his sights on the ultimate goal: the WTC Final next year at the Oval. As Team India gears up for its 600th Test match, which gets underway with the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Saturday (Aug 15), Gill wants his side to sweat it out in all nine remaining Tests and aim for the finale. &nbsp;Although India must win at least six or seven Test matches to push for WTC Final qualification, the two-time runners-up should be aiming for all nine, giving themselves the best chance of making it to the UK. That journey, however, starts from Galle, as India and Sri Lanka face off in a two-match Test series. &nbsp;“The main goal is to play the WTC final, which is next year. And we have got about nine Tests, and I think we have to win around six or seven to be able to have a good chance at qualifying. So in terms of that, I think it's a very important series for us," Gill said at the pre-match presser.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/very-big-honour-shubman-gill-on-leading-india-in-historic-600th-test-1786713341834">'Very big honour': Shubman Gill on leading India in historic 600th Test</a> &nbsp;Ahead of India’s first Test since losing to South Africa at home in November 2025, Gill featured late in the second innings of the lone warm-up match, which India won. On the eve of the game, Gill suffered a blow to his thumb, raising concerns ahead of the must-win series against Sri Lanka. &nbsp;Beyond the thumb scare, Gill highlighted a broader concern: the tight schedule leading into the series. He argued that, should an opportunity arise and if the scheduling allows, India would get more time to prepare for this crucial tour that will determine their fate for next year’s WTC Final.&nbsp; &nbsp;“If we do have an opportunity and if the scheduling allows us to have at least a week or 10 days before the Test match starts, it obviously helps with the preparation. Even last year we had quite a busy schedule in terms of, you know, travelling, playing in England and playing the Asia Cup, then playing the Test match in India, going to Australia.&nbsp; &nbsp;"And then playing the Test match within four days after returning from Australia. So it's never easy for the players to be able to adapt. And most of the players in this team, I think, require a bit of time to be able to adjust to the conditions. And it's not like a lot of the players have a lot of matches or a lot of experience under their belts. So the extra time in preparation definitely helps," added Gill. &nbsp;Meanwhile, as things stand, India is placed fifth on the WTC standings for the current cycle, winning four and losing four in nine contested matches. Australia continue to lead the charts, followed by South Africa, New Zealand and Bangladesh, respectively.&nbsp;

Ahead of India's landmark 600th Test against Sri Lanka in Galle, captain Shubman Gill targets the WTC Final, stressing the need to win 6–7 of their remaining 9 matches.

Indian Test captain Shubman Gill has set his sights on the ultimate goal: the WTC Final next year at the Oval. As Team India gears up for its 600th Test match, which gets underway with the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Saturday (Aug 15), Gill wants his side to sweat it out in all nine remaining Tests and aim for the finale. Although India must win at least six or seven Test matches to push for WTC Final qualification, the two-time runners-up should be aiming for all nine, giving themselves the best chance of making it to the UK. That journey, however, starts from Galle, as India and Sri Lanka face off in a two-match Test series. “The main goal is to play the WTC final, which is next year. And we have got about nine Tests, and I think we have to win around six or seven to be able to have a good chance at qualifying. So in terms of that, I think it's a very important series for us," Gill said at the pre-match presser. Also read| 'Very big honour': Shubman Gill on leading India in historic 600th Test Ahead of India’s first Test since losing to South Africa at home in November 2025, Gill featured late in the second innings of the lone warm-up match, which India won. On the eve of the game, Gill suffered a blow to his thumb, raising concerns ahead of the must-win series against Sri Lanka. Beyond the thumb scare, Gill highlighted a broader concern: the tight schedule leading into the series. He argued that, should an opportunity arise and if the scheduling allows, India would get more time to prepare for this crucial tour that will determine their fate for next year’s WTC Final. “If we do have an opportunity and if the scheduling allows us to have at least a week or 10 days before the Test match starts, it obviously helps with the preparation. Even last year we had quite a busy schedule in terms of, you know, travelling, playing in England and playing the Asia Cup, then playing the Test match in India, going to Australia. "And then playing the Test match within four days after returning from Australia. So it's never easy for the players to be able to adapt. And most of the players in this team, I think, require a bit of time to be able to adjust to the conditions. And it's not like a lot of the players have a lot of matches or a lot of experience under their belts. So the extra time in preparation definitely helps," added Gill. Meanwhile, as things stand, India is placed fifth on the WTC standings for the current cycle, winning four and losing four in nine contested matches. Australia continue to lead the charts, followed by South Africa, New Zealand and Bangladesh, respectively.

Ahead of India's landmark 600th Test against Sri Lanka in Galle, captain Shubman Gill targets the WTC Final, stressing the need to win 6–7 of their remaining 9 matches.

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Captain Shubman Gill wants India to use their historic 600th Test as the beginning of a fresh push towards the World Test Championship (WTC) final and a series win in Sri Lanka will be important for India to remain in the race. The Men in Blue are currently fifth in the WTC standings with a points percentage of 48.15, while Sri Lanka are sixth with 41.67. Bangladesh are fourth on 58.33, meaning India have plenty of ground to cover with less than a year left before the WTC final.&nbsp;Gill, who has now completed a year as India’s Test captain, said the team must start collecting the wins needed to stay in contention.&nbsp;“I am comfortable in my role as captain now. Our goal is to stay in contention for a berth in World Test Championship final. We need to win six or seven Tests for that. So we want to make a beginning here,” Gill said on the eve of the first Test.&nbsp;A series win would improve India’s position in the WTC table. A 1-0 win, with the other Test ending in a draw, would give India 16 points and take their total to 68, raising their points percentage to 51.51.&nbsp;&nbsp;A 2-0 series win would give them all 24 points, taking their tally to 76 from 11 Tests and their points percentage to 57.58.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/canadian-open-iga-swiatek-wins-first-title-of-2026-beats-rybakina-in-final-1786705861302">Canadian Open: Iga Swiatek wins first title of 2026, beats Rybakina in final</a>&nbsp;The series is also a major milestone in India’s Test history, as Saturday’s opening game will be India’s 600th Test since their format debut against England at Lord’s in 1932.&nbsp;For Gill, the chance to lead India in such an important match on Independence Day makes the occasion even more memorable.&nbsp;“Leading my country in the 600th Test is a very big honour and doing so on Independence Day is an even bigger honour,” he said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-1st-test-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1786702856138">IND vs SL, 1st Test: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;India also have some decisions to make regarding their batting order. Devdutt Padikkal is expected to bat at No. 3 in the absence of Sai Sudharsan, while Dhruv Jurel is likely to keep his place in the middle order despite a poor run of form in recent Tests.&nbsp;Gill said the players need time to develop and prove themselves.&nbsp;“Players are going to grow on their own. We need to give time to them, some players require a bit of time,” he said.&nbsp;Gill also rejected reports of a communication gap between the team management and the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru regarding Sudharsan’s recovery.&nbsp;“There is a constant communication with them. Unfortunately Sai Sudharsan did not improve as much as we liked as we can’t take risks in Tests. But we are confident of our 15,” Gill said.

Shubman Gill called it a big honour to lead India in their 600th Test on Independence Day, but said his focus remains on getting the team’s WTC campaign back on track against Sri Lanka.

Captain Shubman Gill wants India to use their historic 600th Test as the beginning of a fresh push towards the World Test Championship (WTC) final and a series win in Sri Lanka will be important for India to remain in the race. The Men in Blue are currently fifth in the WTC standings with a points percentage of 48.15, while Sri Lanka are sixth with 41.67. Bangladesh are fourth on 58.33, meaning India have plenty of ground to cover with less than a year left before the WTC final. Gill, who has now completed a year as India’s Test captain, said the team must start collecting the wins needed to stay in contention. “I am comfortable in my role as captain now. Our goal is to stay in contention for a berth in World Test Championship final. We need to win six or seven Tests for that. So we want to make a beginning here,” Gill said on the eve of the first Test. A series win would improve India’s position in the WTC table. A 1-0 win, with the other Test ending in a draw, would give India 16 points and take their total to 68, raising their points percentage to 51.51. A 2-0 series win would give them all 24 points, taking their tally to 76 from 11 Tests and their points percentage to 57.58. Also Read - Canadian Open: Iga Swiatek wins first title of 2026, beats Rybakina in final The series is also a major milestone in India’s Test history, as Saturday’s opening game will be India’s 600th Test since their format debut against England at Lord’s in 1932. For Gill, the chance to lead India in such an important match on Independence Day makes the occasion even more memorable. “Leading my country in the 600th Test is a very big honour and doing so on Independence Day is an even bigger honour,” he said. Also Read - IND vs SL, 1st Test: When and where to watch live streaming in India? India also have some decisions to make regarding their batting order. Devdutt Padikkal is expected to bat at No. 3 in the absence of Sai Sudharsan, while Dhruv Jurel is likely to keep his place in the middle order despite a poor run of form in recent Tests. Gill said the players need time to develop and prove themselves. “Players are going to grow on their own. We need to give time to them, some players require a bit of time,” he said. Gill also rejected reports of a communication gap between the team management and the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru regarding Sudharsan’s recovery. “There is a constant communication with them. Unfortunately Sai Sudharsan did not improve as much as we liked as we can’t take risks in Tests. But we are confident of our 15,” Gill said.

Shubman Gill called it a big honour to lead India in their 600th Test on Independence Day, but said his focus remains on getting the team’s WTC campaign back on track against Sri Lanka.

'Very big honour': Shubman Gill on leading India in historic 600th Test

India Test captain Shubman Gill suffered a blow to his thumb during a net session on Thursday (Aug 6), just a day before the team’s warm-up game against Sri Lanka A. The setback comes at a time when India have been dealing with several injury concerns across both red-ball and white-ball cricket. India began preparations for the warm-up match and Test series after arriving in Sri Lanka on Tuesday, but Shubman Gill suffered a thumb injury during Thursday's practice and required medical attention.&nbsp;According to reports, the Indian captain was treated by the team’s medical staff before returning to the nets and continuing his practice. &nbsp;&nbsp;The injury is another concern for India, who have already faced several setbacks ahead of the Sri Lanka tour. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harshit Rana were ruled out earlier, while injuries to Jasprit Bumrah, Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar have added to the team’s selection worries.&nbsp;Bumrah has been ruled out of the series, which has opened the door for Auqib Nabi to receive his first India call-up. Sundar is also unlikely to play in the opening Test after picking up a hamstring injury during the ODI series against England.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/history-jos-buttler-breaks-kieron-pollard-s-all-time-t20-run-record-1786010615174">History! Jos Buttler breaks Kieron Pollard's all-time T20 run record</a>&nbsp;Sudharsan is another doubt for the first Test as he continues to recover from a toe injury. He did not travel with the Indian team to Sri Lanka and is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/korea-masters-2026-tanvi-sharma-continues-dream-run-books-quarterfinal-spot-1786009018355">Korea Masters 2026: Tanvi Sharma continues dream run, books quarterfinal spot</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, India’s batters will get an opportunity to improve their game against spin in a three-day warm-up match against a Sri Lanka XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club in Colombo on Friday. The practice game will be held ahead of the two-Test series against Sri Lanka, which begins next week.&nbsp;&nbsp;India will be keen to get used to quality spin before the Test series, as spin bowling troubled them during the home series against New Zealand and South Africa and they are likely to face another tough challenge against Sri Lanka’s spinners.

Shubman Gill suffered a thumb injury ahead of the Sri Lanka A warm-up match, adding to India's growing injury concerns before the Test series.

India Test captain Shubman Gill suffered a blow to his thumb during a net session on Thursday (Aug 6), just a day before the team’s warm-up game against Sri Lanka A. The setback comes at a time when India have been dealing with several injury concerns across both red-ball and white-ball cricket. India began preparations for the warm-up match and Test series after arriving in Sri Lanka on Tuesday, but Shubman Gill suffered a thumb injury during Thursday's practice and required medical attention. According to reports, the Indian captain was treated by the team’s medical staff before returning to the nets and continuing his practice. The injury is another concern for India, who have already faced several setbacks ahead of the Sri Lanka tour. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harshit Rana were ruled out earlier, while injuries to Jasprit Bumrah, Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar have added to the team’s selection worries. Bumrah has been ruled out of the series, which has opened the door for Auqib Nabi to receive his first India call-up. Sundar is also unlikely to play in the opening Test after picking up a hamstring injury during the ODI series against England. Also Read - History! Jos Buttler breaks Kieron Pollard's all-time T20 run record Sudharsan is another doubt for the first Test as he continues to recover from a toe injury. He did not travel with the Indian team to Sri Lanka and is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. Also Read - Korea Masters 2026: Tanvi Sharma continues dream run, books quarterfinal spot Meanwhile, India’s batters will get an opportunity to improve their game against spin in a three-day warm-up match against a Sri Lanka XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club in Colombo on Friday. The practice game will be held ahead of the two-Test series against Sri Lanka, which begins next week. India will be keen to get used to quality spin before the Test series, as spin bowling troubled them during the home series against New Zealand and South Africa and they are likely to face another tough challenge against Sri Lanka’s spinners.

Shubman Gill suffered a thumb injury ahead of the Sri Lanka A warm-up match, adding to India's growing injury concerns before the Test series.

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India ODI skipper Shubman Gill has put a rest to veteran Rohit Sharma's retirement talks after the Lord's ODI which India lost by 27 runs. Rohit scored a sublime 138 but India fell short of chasing a mammoth 388 in the decider of three-match series and lost 2-1. Before the final ODI of the series, there were speculations that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors have told Rohit about moving on from him and the veteran batter not being in plans for 2027 ODI World Cup. Gill, however, refused any such talks between Rohit and the team.<h2>What Gill said about Rohit's retirement?</h2>Speaking after the match, Gill cleared the air about Rohit's retirement talks and said: "He's not told us anything. I think it's all out in the media, but there's not been any discussion like that in the team."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-3rd-odi-rohit-sharma-creates-history-with-record-ton-at-lord-s-1784482684671">IND vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma creates history with record ton at Lord's</a>If not for Rohit, India would have suffered a heavier defeat at Lord's and Gill was first to acknowledge the former captain's efforts. "I think the way Rohit bhai paced his innings was outstanding," Gill noted."Most of the time, I was at the non-striker's end just watching him bat. Our discussions were mainly about keeping wickets in hand because that was the only way we could chase such a big total," he added.<h2>What are next ODI assignments for India?</h2>India play a lot of ODI before the end of the year with the nearest assignment being three-ODI series against West Indies in Septemeber. The next is five-ODI series in New Zealand in November and then three matches against Sri Lanka in December.Rohit, aged 39, is at last stage of his career with the highlight being 2023 ODI World Cup at home which India lost to Australia in the final. Rohit, along with Virat Kohli, has already retired from Test and T20Is, would want to make an impact one last time.&nbsp;

Before the final ODI of the series, there were speculations that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors have told Rohit about moving on from him and the veteran batter not being in plans for 2027 ODI World Cup.

India ODI skipper Shubman Gill has put a rest to veteran Rohit Sharma's retirement talks after the Lord's ODI which India lost by 27 runs. Rohit scored a sublime 138 but India fell short of chasing a mammoth 388 in the decider of three-match series and lost 2-1. Before the final ODI of the series, there were speculations that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors have told Rohit about moving on from him and the veteran batter not being in plans for 2027 ODI World Cup. Gill, however, refused any such talks between Rohit and the team. What Gill said about Rohit's retirement? Speaking after the match, Gill cleared the air about Rohit's retirement talks and said: "He's not told us anything. I think it's all out in the media, but there's not been any discussion like that in the team." Also Read - IND vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma creates history with record ton at Lord's If not for Rohit, India would have suffered a heavier defeat at Lord's and Gill was first to acknowledge the former captain's efforts. "I think the way Rohit bhai paced his innings was outstanding," Gill noted. "Most of the time, I was at the non-striker's end just watching him bat. Our discussions were mainly about keeping wickets in hand because that was the only way we could chase such a big total," he added. What are next ODI assignments for India? India play a lot of ODI before the end of the year with the nearest assignment being three-ODI series against West Indies in Septemeber. The next is five-ODI series in New Zealand in November and then three matches against Sri Lanka in December. Rohit, aged 39, is at last stage of his career with the highlight being 2023 ODI World Cup at home which India lost to Australia in the final. Rohit, along with Virat Kohli, has already retired from Test and T20Is, would want to make an impact one last time.

Before the final ODI of the series, there were speculations that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors have told Rohit about moving on from him and the veteran batter not being in plans for 2027 ODI World Cup.

'It's all out...': India skipper Shubman Gill clears air on Rohit Sharma's retirement

In today's Newsroom roundup, global markets gained after softer US inflation eased concerns over an immediate Federal Reserve rate hike, while China's slowing economy and rising oil prices kept investors cautious. In technology, Meta faces a lawsuit from former employees over alleged AI-assisted layoffs targeting workers with disabilities and those on medical leave. Switzerland has also launched an investigation into Google over changes to Android's default search options, while reports claim Iran exploited telecom vulnerabilities to track US military personnel. In sports, Spain defeated France 2-0 to reach the FIFA World Cup Final, while Argentina prepare to face England in the second semi-final. In cricket, India ended their winless streak with a six-wicket victory over England in the first ODI.

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India's Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill joined cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar among a host of high-profile guests at Wimbledon on Friday at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London. A picture that quickly went viral showed Gill seated alongside Tendulkar and his wife, Anjali Tendulkar, in the prestigious Royal Box on Centre Court during the day's action.With his appearance, Gill became only the fourth Indian cricket captain to receive an invitation to the Royal Box at Wimbledon, following Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma.&nbsp;Tendulkar, widely regarded as one of cricket's greatest batters, retired from international cricket in 2013 after playing his landmark 200th Test match. Wimbledon honored the cricket icon by calling him ‘cricket royalty’. Former West Indies captain Brian Lara was also among the distinguished guests in the Royal Box, an exclusive seating area reserved for invited dignitaries, sporting legends, and celebrities by the All England Club.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/argentina-fa-investigates-suspected-cyberattack-after-controversial-fifa-world-cup-win-against-egypt-1783715129494">Argentina FA investigates suspected cyberattack after controversial FIFA World Cup win against Egypt</a>&nbsp;Football was also represented, with Netherlands defender and Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk attending the event. The Dutch national team was eliminated from the FIFA World Cup in the Round of 32. Veteran American actor Dustin Hoffman, 88, attended Wimbledon as a guest, although he was not seated in the Royal Box after making an appearance there in 2024.&nbsp;The celebrity attendance also included British actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Hugh Laurie, and Damian Lewis, along with renowned fashion designer Tom Ford and Vogue editor Anna Wintour. Gill has enjoyed an eventful sporting tour in England beyond cricket.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, the 26-year-old attended the British Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit as a VIP guest, marking his first-ever Formula 1 race experience. During the Grand Prix weekend, Gill explored the Formula 1 paddock, interacted with members of the F1 community, and enjoyed behind-the-scenes access at one of motorsport's biggest events.

Shubman Gill and Sachin Tendulkar attended Wimbledon as Royal Box guests alongside global sports stars and celebrities. Read the latest updates, viral moments, and celebrity appearances from Centre Court

India's Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill joined cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar among a host of high-profile guests at Wimbledon on Friday at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London. A picture that quickly went viral showed Gill seated alongside Tendulkar and his wife, Anjali Tendulkar, in the prestigious Royal Box on Centre Court during the day's action. With his appearance, Gill became only the fourth Indian cricket captain to receive an invitation to the Royal Box at Wimbledon, following Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma. Tendulkar, widely regarded as one of cricket's greatest batters, retired from international cricket in 2013 after playing his landmark 200th Test match. Wimbledon honored the cricket icon by calling him ‘cricket royalty’. Former West Indies captain Brian Lara was also among the distinguished guests in the Royal Box, an exclusive seating area reserved for invited dignitaries, sporting legends, and celebrities by the All England Club. Also Read: Argentina FA investigates suspected cyberattack after controversial FIFA World Cup win against Egypt Football was also represented, with Netherlands defender and Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk attending the event. The Dutch national team was eliminated from the FIFA World Cup in the Round of 32. Veteran American actor Dustin Hoffman, 88, attended Wimbledon as a guest, although he was not seated in the Royal Box after making an appearance there in 2024. The celebrity attendance also included British actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Hugh Laurie, and Damian Lewis, along with renowned fashion designer Tom Ford and Vogue editor Anna Wintour. Gill has enjoyed an eventful sporting tour in England beyond cricket. Earlier, the 26-year-old attended the British Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit as a VIP guest, marking his first-ever Formula 1 race experience. During the Grand Prix weekend, Gill explored the Formula 1 paddock, interacted with members of the F1 community, and enjoyed behind-the-scenes access at one of motorsport's biggest events.

Shubman Gill and Sachin Tendulkar attended Wimbledon as Royal Box guests, joining global sports stars and celebrities at Centre Court

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India registered a commanding victory over Afghanistan, winning by an innings and 300 runs in the one-off Test at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Monday (Jun 8). The triumph marked India's biggest innings victory in Test cricket, surpassing their previous record of an innings and 272 runs against the West Indies in Rajkot in 2018.&nbsp;Resuming on Day 3, Afghanistan were dismissed for 152 before lunch in response to India’s first-innings declaration of 564/8. Holding a massive lead of 412 runs, India opted to enforce the follow-on.&nbsp;Afghanistan’s second innings began positively, with openers Sediqullah Atal and Abdul Malik putting together a 42-run partnership, however, the visitors’ momentum quickly faded after Mohammed Siraj removed Malik, triggering a collapse.&nbsp;Washington Sundar star with the ball, claiming 4/36, while Kuldeep Yadav contributed 3/30 as India bundled Afghanistan out for 112 in 35.5 overs.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, India’s first innings was built around centuries from captain Shubman Gill (126) and KL Rahul (100), while Sai Sudharsan (81), Rishabh Pant (81) and Washington Sundar (52*) added valuable contributions. Debutant Manav Suthar added 28.&nbsp;For Afghanistan, Mohammad Saleem Safi claimed a six-wicket haul, while Ziaur Rahman Sharifi and Hashmatullah Shahidi took one wicket each.&nbsp;The focus now shifts to ODIs, with the three-match series beginning on Saturday (Jun 13) at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.&nbsp;<h2>India’s five biggest innings wins in Test history</h2>

<ul><li>IND vs AFG, New Chandigarh - By an innings &amp; 300 runs - 6 Jun 2026</li><li>IND vs WI, Rajkot - By an innings &amp; 272 runs - 4 Oct 2018</li><li>IND vs AFG, Bengaluru - By an innings &amp; 262 runs - 14 Jun 2018</li><li>IND vs BAN, Mirpur - By an innings &amp; 239 runs - 25 May 2007</li><li>IND vs SL, Nagpur - By an innings &amp; 239 runs - 24 Nov 2017</li></ul>

India beat Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs, their biggest Test win, surpassing their previous record of an innings and 272 runs against the West Indies in 2018.

India registered a commanding victory over Afghanistan, winning by an innings and 300 runs in the one-off Test at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Monday (Jun 8). The triumph marked India's biggest innings victory in Test cricket, surpassing their previous record of an innings and 272 runs against the West Indies in Rajkot in 2018. Resuming on Day 3, Afghanistan were dismissed for 152 before lunch in response to India’s first-innings declaration of 564/8. Holding a massive lead of 412 runs, India opted to enforce the follow-on. Afghanistan’s second innings began positively, with openers Sediqullah Atal and Abdul Malik putting together a 42-run partnership, however, the visitors’ momentum quickly faded after Mohammed Siraj removed Malik, triggering a collapse. Washington Sundar star with the ball, claiming 4/36, while Kuldeep Yadav contributed 3/30 as India bundled Afghanistan out for 112 in 35.5 overs. Earlier, India’s first innings was built around centuries from captain Shubman Gill (126) and KL Rahul (100), while Sai Sudharsan (81), Rishabh Pant (81) and Washington Sundar (52*) added valuable contributions. Debutant Manav Suthar added 28. For Afghanistan, Mohammad Saleem Safi claimed a six-wicket haul, while Ziaur Rahman Sharifi and Hashmatullah Shahidi took one wicket each. The focus now shifts to ODIs, with the three-match series beginning on Saturday (Jun 13) at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. India’s five biggest innings wins in Test history

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