Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill Smashes Century in 50th ODI – 7 Records Broken

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JYNEWS, Shubman Gill, India’s batting prodigy, has redefined cricketing excellence by scoring a historic century in his 50th ODI appearance, shattering multiple records and cementing his status as one of the game’s modern greats. The 25-year-old’s explosive 112 against England in Ahmedabad on February 12, 2025, not only powered India to a mammoth 356-run total but also etched his name in the annals of cricket history with unprecedented milestones.

Gill’s 112 off 102 balls in the third ODI against England marked his seventh ODI century and a career-defining moment. He became the first Indian batter to score a century in his 50th ODI match, a feat unmatched by legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, or Rohit Sharma. The innings, studded with 14 fours and 3 sixes, showcased his mastery over both pace and spin, blending aggression with technical precision.This knock also propelled Gill past South Africa’s Hashim Amla as the fastest to 2,500 ODI runs, achieving the milestone in just 50 innings—three fewer than Amla’s 53. His average of 58.90 in ODIs now stands as the highest among all Indian batters with 50+ matches, eclipsing Kohli’s 57.38 and Dhoni’s 50.23.

The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad has become Gill’s fortress. With this century, he joined an elite group of five players globally to score centuries in all three formats (Test, ODI, T20I) at a single venue. His Ahmedabad tally includes:

  • : 128 vs Australia (March 2023)
  • : 126* vs New Zealand (February 2023)
  • : 112 vs England (February 2025)

Gill’s affinity for this ground is undeniable. In nine international matches here, he averages 80.25, with 642 runs, including three centuries and two fifties.

Gill’s consistency in the England ODI series was staggering:

  • : 87 (96 balls)
  • : 60 (51 balls)
  • : 112 (102 balls)

With 259 runs at an average of 86.33, he became the first Indian since MS Dhoni (2008) to score 50+ runs in all three matches of a bilateral ODI series. His 116-run partnership with Virat Kohli (52) and 98-run stand with Shreyas Iyer (78) dismantled England’s bowling attack, setting up India’s commanding total of 356.

  • : 50
  • : 2,587
  • : 60.16
  • : 101.93
  • : 7
  • : 15

Gill’s 2000th ODI run came in just 38 innings (December 2023), breaking Hashim Amla’s record. His 208 against New Zealand in January 2023 remains the highest individual score by an Indian in ODIs this decade.

: How significant is Gill’s century in his 50th ODI?
A: This milestone cements Gill as India’s most prolific young batter. No Indian before him—not Tendulkar, Kohli, or Rohit—scored a century in their 50th ODI. Globally, only Hashim Amla (101 vs Netherlands, 2013) and Quinton de Kock (107 vs Sri Lanka, 2017) achieved this feat.

: What makes Gill’s 2,500 ODI runs unique?
A: Gill’s strike rate of 101.93 while reaching 2,500 runs is unmatched. For comparison, Virat Kohli’s strike rate was 89.34 at the same stage, and Sachin Tendulkar’s 86.23
.: Can Gill surpass Virat Kohli’s ODI legacy?
A: At 25, Gill’s trajectory suggests he can. He averages 10+ runs more than Kohli did after 50 ODIs. However, replicating Kohli’s 50 centuries will require sustained excellence
: How does Gill’s Ahmedabad record compare to global greats?
A: Only Faf du Plessis (Wanderers), David Warner (Adelaide Oval), Babar Azam (Karachi), and Quinton de Kock (Centurion) have centuries in all formats at one venue. Gill’s Ahmedabad dominance places him among these elites.

With the 2025 Champions Trophy looming, Gill’s form is a silver lining for India. His recent performances have catapulted him to No. 2 in the ICC ODI rankings, just five rating points behind Babar Azam. A strong showing in Pakistan could see him claim the top spot, a position no Indian has held since Kohli in 2019.Experts predict Gill could breach the 10,000-run club in ODIs by 2028. For context, Kohli took 205 innings; if Gill maintains his current average, he’d need just 170.

 
Shubman Gill’s 50th ODI century isn’t just a personal triumph—it’s a watershed moment for Indian cricket. By merging classical technique with modern aggression, he’s redefining batting excellence. As Gill himself tweeted post-match: “The journey’s just begun.” For fans and foes alike, this is a chilling warning: the era of Gill has arrived.