Shubman Gill's Stellar Performance Praised Ahead of GT vs DC Clash

Gujarat Titans' Coach Commends Shubman Gill

New Delhi [India] May 18: As the Gujarat Titans prepare to face the Delhi Capitals this Sunday at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, assistant coach Parthiv Patel has expressed high praise for the team's captain, Shubman Gill, highlighting his impressive performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

During the pre-match press conference, Patel remarked, “Shubman has been exceptional. His presence within the team speaks volumes; there’s no need for me to elaborate on his current form. He’s not only scoring runs but also taking charge both on and off the field.”

Patel further acknowledged Gill's leadership qualities, stating that his influence is palpable in the dressing room. “He dedicates considerable time to mentoring younger players. You can genuinely sense Shubman’s leadership in the locker room, which is a vital trait for any captain,” he added.

Shubman Gill has emerged as a key player for the Gujarat Titans, amassing 508 runs in 11 innings during this IPL season, which includes five half-centuries. Overall, he has accumulated 3724 runs in 114 matches, boasting an average of 39.20 and a strike rate of 137.77, with four centuries and 25 fifties to his credit.

His standout IPL season was in 2023, where he scored 890 runs in 17 innings, featuring three centuries and four fifties, marking the second-highest runs by a player in a single IPL season. Under his captaincy, the Gujarat Titans reached the IPL final in 2023, and currently, they sit second in the IPL points table with eight wins and three losses, totaling 16 points.