Shubman Gill Creates History: First 200 & 150+ Scores in a Single Test!

In a remarkable feat, Shubman Gill has rewritten cricket history. During the Birmingham Test match between India and England, Gill achieved the unprecedented, becoming the first player in 150 years of Test cricket to smash a double century and a score of 150+ in the same match. This historic performance propelled India to match England’s first innings score, an occurrence witnessed only nine times in Test history.

Controversy Engulfs the Birmingham Test

However, the match wasn’t without its share of drama. The condition of the Duke ball became a major point of contention. Concerns arose over the ball seemingly losing its shape prematurely, leading to accusations and heated discussions. Further fueling the fire were issues with a slow over-rate and England’s contentious “Bodyline” field setting, drawing sharp criticism from legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar.

Players Voice Concerns Over Duke Ball and Umpiring

Several Indian players, including Gill, Rishabh Pant, Mohammed Siraj, and Jasprit Bumrah, expressed their frustration over the softness of the Duke ball and questioned some of the umpiring decisions. The discussions also touched upon England’s “Bazball” approach to cricket, with both Gill and Siraj adding their perspectives to the evolving narrative of this thrilling yet controversial Test match.