Edgbaston— Shubman Gill, the young Indian batting sensation, etched his name in cricketing history by scoring a phenomenal 430 runs in a single Test match against England at Edgbaston. With this performance, Gill becomes only the fifth cricketer ever to score 400+ runs in a Test match, joining legends like Graham Gooch, Mark Taylor, Kumar Sangakkara, and Brian Lara.
Gill scored a commanding 269 runs in the first innings, followed by a brilliant 161 in the second innings. His combined tally of 430 runs is now the highest by an Indian in a Test match, breaking Sunil Gavaskar’s previous record of 344 runs set in 1971.
This incredible feat came in the second Test of the ongoing India vs England series. Gill displayed a perfect mix of technique, temperament, and timing on a challenging pitch, facing world-class bowlers with ease. His innings included over 50 boundaries and 6 sixes, showcasing his aggressive yet composed batting style.
📊 Top 5 Most Runs in a Single Test Match (All-Time)
| Player | Match Scores | Total Runs | Year | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graham Gooch (ENG) | 333 & 123 | 456 | 1990 | Lord’s |
| Mark Taylor (AUS) | 334* & 92 | 426 | 1998–99 | Peshawar |
| Kumar Sangakkara (SL) | 319 & 105 | 424 | 2014 | Chattogram |
| Brian Lara (WI) | 400* | 400 | 2004 | Antigua |
| Shubman Gill (IND) | 269 & 161 | 430 | 2025 | Edgbaston |
🔥 Why Gill’s Knock is Special
- Breaks a 54-year-old Indian record for most runs in a Test match.
- Second player ever to score 250+ & 150+ in the same Test (after Allan Border in 1980).
- Played a pivotal role in securing India’s series lead over England.
With this record-breaking performance, Gill has elevated himself into the pantheon of Test greats and has shown that the future of Indian batting is in safe hands. Cricket experts across the globe have hailed this performance as one of the greatest in modern Test history.
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