Shubman Gill Creates History on Day 5 of India vs England 4th Test, Joins Legends Don Bradman & Sunil Gavaskar in Elite Club
Ahmedabad, July 27, 2025 —
As the sun rose over the Narendra Modi Stadium on the final day of the 4th Test between India and England, all eyes were on India’s young batting sensation Shubman Gill. And he didn’t disappoint. The 25-year-old right-hander carved his name into cricketing folklore by achieving a historic milestone, joining the elite company of Don Bradman and Sunil Gavaskar — a feat that has left cricket fans and experts around the world in awe.
Gill’s Century Makes History
Shubman Gill scored a gritty 115-run knock on Day 5, showcasing not just his trademark elegance but also incredible resilience against a fiery England pace attack led by Ollie Robinson and Mark Wood. This ton wasn’t just another entry in his growing century list — it was his fourth consecutive Test century on home soil, making him the third batter in Test history to do so after Don Bradman and Sunil Gavaskar.
Bradman had achieved this rare feat in 1937-38, while Gavaskar did it in 1979-80. Now, in 2025, Gill becomes the first batter in 45 years to etch his name alongside these two cricketing giants.
Match Context: India vs England, 4th Test, Day 5
With the series tied 1-1 and the fourth Test crucial to gaining an upper hand before the final clash, India entered Day 5 at 245/3, with a slender lead of 205 runs. Gill, resuming on 72 overnight, looked determined from the first ball.
He was composed against spin, unafraid to come down the track to attack Jack Leach, and clinical in putting away the short deliveries from England’s quicks. His innings ensured that India set a daunting target of 345 runs for England with two sessions left to play.
Elite Club: Gill Joins Bradman & Gavaskar
Here’s a look at the rare feat:
- Don Bradman – 4 consecutive home Test centuries (1937-38)
- Sunil Gavaskar – 4 consecutive home Test centuries (1979-80)
- Shubman Gill – 4 consecutive home Test centuries (2025)
At just 25, Gill is not only becoming a reliable top-order batter but also a modern-day great in the making. His consistency, hunger for big scores, and mental toughness have all come to the fore this season.
Shubman Gill’s Recent Home Test Scores:
- 104 vs South Africa – Mumbai
- 123 vs South Africa – Kolkata
- 129 vs England – Rajkot
- 115 vs England – Ahmedabad (in progress)
What Experts Are Saying
Former England captain Michael Vaughan tweeted:
“Shubman Gill has the technique of Dravid, the flair of Sehwag, and the temperament of Tendulkar. What a star”
Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar also praised Gill during commentary:
“The hallmark of a great player is how they respond to pressure. Gill has shown he belongs at the top table of Test cricket.”
What’s Next for Gill and India?
With the fifth and final Test to be played in Dharamshala next week, India will bank on Gill’s sublime form to clinch the series. If he manages to score another ton there, he could go on to break the all-time record and stand alone as the only player to score five consecutive home Test centuries.
Shubman Gill’s rise has been meteoric, but it’s days like today that cement his legacy. In joining Bradman and Gavaskar, he has not only paid tribute to cricket’s rich history but also heralded a new era for Indian batting dominance.
As cricket lovers rewind Day 5’s action, one thing is clear: a star isn’t just born — he’s rising, blazing, and rewriting records.
#ShubmanGill #INDvsENG #TestCricket #Bradman #Gavaskar #CricketHistory #CricketLive #IndiaCricket
