Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh congratulated Shubman Gill on his memorable hundred in the IND vs ENG 1st Test, calling it a defining moment in the young batter’s career. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Yuvraj praised Gill for his composure and maturity on leadership debut.
“Some things clearly are written in the stars 🌟 Congratulations @ShubmanGill on your first overseas century as Test captain 💯 You clearly understand what a serious responsibility it is and you’ve let your bat do all the talking 🤫 Well done 👊🏻 and here’s to many more!” Yuvraj posted.
Some things clearly are written in the stars 🌟 Congratulations @ShubmanGill on your first overseas century as Test captain 💯 You clearly understand what a serious responsibility it is and you’ve let your bat do all the talking 🤫 Well done 🤛🏻 and here’s to many more! #INDvsENG
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) June 20, 2025
Gill, captaining India for the first time, responded to the occasion in style with a scintillating century on Day 1 at Headingley, Leeds. Batting at No. 4 for the first time in Tests — a spot once held by legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli — Gill scored 119 to put India in a commanding position against England.
It was also Gill’s maiden Test hundred in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, Australia) conditions and silenced doubts about his overseas record. Coming into this match, Gill had never crossed 20 in his previous four innings in England.
Yuvraj, who has mentored Gill during his early years in domestic cricket, has always been a vocal supporter of the young batter’s potential. His words now carry extra weight as Gill begins a new chapter as India’s Test leader.
