Shubman Gill on the verge of breaking Sunil Gavaskar, Don Bradman records in fifth IND vs ENG Test | Cricket News – Times of India

India’s young captain Shubman Gill stands just 89 runs away from breaking legendary Don Bradman‘s 90-year-old record for most runs in a Test series by a captain. As India face England in the final Test at The Oval, trailing 1-2 in the series, Gill has a chance to make history while also helping his team secure their first series draw in England since 2007.Bradman’s long-standing record of 810 runs, set during the 1936-37 Ashes series against England, has remained untouched for nearly nine decades. The Australian great achieved this feat in nine innings across five Tests, with an impressive average of 90.00 and three centuries, including a highest score of 270.

Gill’s current form has been exceptional throughout the series. He has already smashed four centuries, including a remarkable 269.Most runs in a Test series

If he manages to score another century at The Oval, he will become the first captain ever to hit five centuries in a bilateral series. Currently, he shares the record of four centuries with cricket greats Gavaskar and Bradman.

The final Test match has taken on added significance due to these potential milestones. Not only is Gill chasing personal glory, but India also have the opportunity to level the series. This would mark their first series draw in England in 18 years, making the match crucial for both individual and team achievements.