India batter Shubman Gill dismissed concerns about his technique ahead of the much-awaited 2025 Champions Trophy clash against Pakistan in Dubai on February 23. His comments came in response to questions about his underwhelming performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.
Gill managed just 93 runs at an average of 19 in three Tests as India lost the series 1-3. However, he has rediscovered his form in ODIs, scoring four consecutive 50+ knocks, including two back-to-back centuries.
Speaking about his technique at the pre-match press conference, Gill said [via India Today]:
“Don’t think that my batting had any flaws in Australia. But I think it was more mental. I have not worked on anything specific after Australia, and prepared normally as I would.”
He also shared his satisfaction with his match-winning century against Bangladesh in India’s Champions Trophy opener.
“One of my most satisfying innings that I have played. There was a lot of pressure, if we would have lost, this would have been a do or die situation for us.”
“In the middle phase there was pressure on us, but since the target was not to big, it did not become such a big problem. If the target was 270-280, it could have become a problem for us. I of course want to score every game, but it does not work out like that,” Gill stated.
“Helps me settle into my rhythm” – Shubman Gill on batting alongside Rohit Sharma
Shubman Gill lauded captain Rohit Sharma for relieving pressure with his aggressive approach in the powerplay. Rohit’s attacking style in the past three years has complemented Gill’s consistency, making their partnership highly effective for India in ODIs.
“Rohit bhai has his own style. If at all, if it helps me help me get into my groove, it’s great. It’s a delight to bat with him. I enjoy watching him bat. Rohit getting fast starts does not affect me. If Rohit gets quick starts, that helps me settle down into my game. I like batting with him,” said Gill.
He further added:
“The way we play the game in the powerplay, it is quite different. He likes to play in the air and I like to keep it on the ground. That’s the hallmark of the pair, that we have different strengths and the bowlers have to think which areas they have to target as we play shots that are different to one another.”
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