Shubman Gill Shatters IPL Record: First to Hit 2,000 Runs for Gujarat Titans

Historic Achievement in IPL by Shubman Gill

Leading the Gujarat Titans (GT) with distinction, Shubman Gill carved his name into IPL history books by being the first player to amass 2,000 runs for the franchise. This milestone was reached during a high-stakes match against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Lucknow.

Match Highlights: A Stellar Performance

Gill’s exhilarating performance included a vibrant 60 off just 38 balls, consisting of six fours and a towering six. This contributed to a robust strike rate of 157.89. His pivotal partnership with Sai Sudharsan, who also scored an impressive 56 from 37 deliveries, was crucial for the team’s early momentum.

Gill’s IPL Journey with Gujarat Titans

Since his debut in 2022, Gill’s journey with GT has been nothing short of remarkable:

• Total Runs: 2,007 across 51 matches
• Average: 44.60
• Strike Rate: 147.89
• Centuries and Fifties: Four centuries and twelve fifties
• Best Score: 129

Current Season Overview

In the ongoing season, Gill has been a formidable force with:

• 208 runs in just six innings
• An average of 41.60 and a strike rate of 149.64
• Two notable half-centuries, with a highest of 61 not out

Career Highlights

Before joining GT, Gill was an integral part of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) from 2018 to 2021. His overall IPL career boasts:

• 3,424 runs in 109 matches
• Fours centuries and 22 fifties
• A commendable overall average of 38.04 and a strike rate of 136.46

Crucial Match Recap: GT vs LSG

The Titans got off to a solid start thanks to a 120-run opening stand between Gill and Sudharsan. Despite this, the team struggled after their departures, finishing at 180/6. Notable performances included:

• Sherfane Rutherford adding 22 runs
• Bowling spells by Shardul Thakur (2/34) and Ravi Bishnoi (2/36)