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Shubman Gill is a world-class batter, he is bound to lead India successfully, says Vijayan Bala

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Shubman Gill Is A World-class Batter, He Is Bound To Lead India Successfully, Says Vijayan Bala

By IANS News July 01, 2025 • 17:34 PM View: 347

Indian Test Cricket: Ahead of the second Test against England in Edgbaston, veteran sports author Vijayan Bala backed visiting captain Shubman Gill to come out as a successful leader for the country if he is given the correct support needed.

Gill's first Test as captain had a mixed result in Leeds. The 25-year-old amassed his highest Test score of 147 during India's first innings but the team lost the match by five wickets to go 0-1 down in the five-match series.

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