The third T20I between India and Australia in Hobart witnessed an interesting moment off the field, as Sara Tendulkar was spotted in the stands cheering during India’s chase. Her presence quickly caught fan attention on social media, especially with Shubman Gill at the crease.
Gill, who has been the subject of dating rumours with Sara Tendulkar for several years, was batting alongside Suryakumar Yadav as India chased 187 for victory. Screenshots and clips of Sara in the stands were shared by fans online, reigniting speculation about the duo once again. Neither of them has ever addressed the rumours publicly.
On the field, India lost one early wicket with Abhishek Sharma departing, but Gill and Suryakumar continued to build the innings. At the time Sara appeared on screen, India were 42/1 in 4.1 overs, needing 145 runs off 95 balls to stay alive in the match. Gill was unbeaten on 8 off 8 balls, while Suryakumar had raced to 7 off 2 balls.
Who is Shubman Gill?
Shubman Gill is one of the brightest stars in Indian cricket and the captain of India’s Test and ODI sides. He has previously led the national T20I team as well. A technically sound right-handed batter, Gill represents Punjab in domestic cricket and captains Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League.
Gill’s rise in Indian cricket has been rapid. Former India pacer Karsan Ghavri first spotted his talent when he was just 12, recommending him for the Under-19 pace bowlers’ camp after seeing his batting skills in the nets. Soon after, Gill was drafted into the Punjab U-14 squad.
He shares a long friendship with Abhishek Sharma, with the two opening the innings together during age-group cricket. Gill made headlines early when he scored 351 runs in an Under-16 inter-district match and added a record 587-run opening stand for Mohali. At just 14, he registered a double century on his Under-16 debut in the Vijay Merchant Trophy, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey.
As the chase continues, attention remains on both the on-field battle in Hobart and the viral moment that has once again sparked chatter among fans.
