Shubman Gill, a gifted young batter, is expected to fill the number three spot, which was formerly occupied by the acclaimed Cheteshwar Pujara, which is a huge development for the Indian cricket squad. Gill has been given the chance to make his imprint in this significant batting position as a result of Pujara’s withdrawal from the Indian Test team for the West Indies series.
Shubman Gill told the team management that he wanted to bat at number three because he had primarily played that position for Punjab in domestic cricket. Fortunately for him, the administration concurred, and Gill is anxious to establish the team’s batting order from this crucial position.
The team management asked me where I wanted to bat, and I answered I wanted No. 3, Gill stated in a recent interview with local broadcasters before the first Test between India and the West Indies in Dominica. I wish to consolidate in this position.
Additionally, he stressed the importance of his previous experience playing with the new ball as an opener, which he believes will be helpful in his new position. Playing with a new ball is always beneficial. When you’re batting at No. 3, it’s not all that different, despite there being a slight change, according to my experience with the new ball, Gill said.
Another talented left-handed batter, Yashasvi Jaiswal, made her debut in the first Test, starting alongside Indian skipper Rohit Sharma. India got off to a fast start, and the opening partnership helped the side finish the first day with a respectable 80 for no loss, just 80 runs behind the West Indies. Earlier, the Indian squad had bowled the West Indies out for just 150 runs in their first inning.
In 2023, Gill has already had an exceptional year, showcasing his talent with standout performances, such as a double century in ODIs, a first-century in T20Is, and finishing with 300 runs to lead the IPL.
Gill expressed his appreciation for the time he had with his family and the chance to travel to new cricketing locations like Barbados and Dominica while thinking back on the team’s break following the WTC final. The crew had plenty of time to train and get ready for the upcoming difficulties.
Gill and rookie Jaiswal will play the number three and opening positions, respectively, according to a previous remark by Rohit Sharma. With head coach Rahul Dravid, Gill had expressed his desire, saying, “I’ve played all my cricket at 3 and 4, and I think I can do better for my team if I bat at No. 3.” “It becomes good for us also; we have a left-hander,” Rohit continued. A left-hander was an absolute necessity for Indian cricket.
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