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In a high-octane clash at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Shubman Gill<\/strong>, India<\/strong>\u2018s newly appointed Test captain, found himself at the centre of attention, but for all the wrong reasons. As the Gujarat Titans<\/strong> locked horns with five-time champions Chennai Super Kings<\/strong> in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025<\/strong><\/a> match, expectations from Gill were enormous. Leading Gujarat in what was billed as a marquee encounter, fans anticipated a commanding innings from the elegant right-hander, particularly given his dual role as captain of both franchise and national red-ball cricket. But instead of delivering a statement performance, Gill faltered early, departing for just 13 runs.<\/p>\n With Gill known for his proactive batting in the powerplay, Dhoni set a rare but calculated field, a slip fielder in place during the third over of a T20 game. It was a field placement that screamed Test match cricket, and it caught many by surprise. Right-arm pacer Anshul Kamboj<\/strong>, executing Dhoni\u2019s plan to perfection, bowled one that landed on a good length and held its line. Gill, who had just dispatched the previous delivery for a boundary, advanced down the pitch to continue the aggression. However, he misread the subtle seam movement. The result: a thick outside edge that flew straight to Urvil Patel<\/strong><\/a> at slip, who made no mistake. The execution was flawless, and the moment was vintage Dhoni, reading the batter, anticipating his move, setting the perfect trap, and watching it unfold with clinical satisfaction. It wasn\u2019t just a wicket; it was a psychological blow to Gujarat, removing their captain and anchor at a critical juncture.<\/p>\n Also READ: <\/strong>Top 5 fastest fifties for CSK in IPL history ft. Dewald Brevis<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n As the cameras cut to Gill walking back with visible frustration, the digital world erupted in a frenzy. Social media platforms, especially X (formerly Twitter), were flooded with posts mocking the nature of his dismissal. Many users drew parallels between this slip catch and the dismissals he has suffered in England, where he has repeatedly been undone by seam and swing. For Indian cricket observers, this was more than just an IPL moment\u00a0 it was an eerie reminder of what looms ahead in the English summer. Gill\u2019s technical weaknesses outside the off-stump, especially when the ball moves away from him early in the innings, have become a well-documented concern. Trolls pointed out that the edge to slip was a \u2018classic English dismissal,\u2019 sarcastically calling it a \u2018warm-up\u2019 for the upcoming Test tour. The trolling may have been lighthearted, but it stemmed from a place of genuine apprehension about India\u2019s captain faltering at the highest level in challenging conditions.<\/p>\n -Swing bowling Nothing just future highlights from Eng series from Prince Gill\ud83d\udd25 pic.twitter.com\/7fCLV3SCJe<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 TukTuk Academy (@TukTuk_Academy) May 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n No way Shubman Gill dropped that Test innings against CSK just to prove he’s the new Test captain of Team India, for real. \ud83d\ude2d<\/p>\n \u2014 Sharon Solomon (@BSharan_6) May 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Gill edging practice for England series<\/p>\n \u2014 Raghav Nallaperumal (@NRaghavTV) May 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Bro just nicked that ball??? Lol. Welcome to England Gill. pic.twitter.com\/ze4tCZcA0e<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 ANU\ud83d\udeaf (@Anuphobia_007) May 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n It will be interesting to see how gill will play against England. Today wicket was the glimpses of how he gonna play against England<\/p>\n \u2014 akshu akshu (@AkshayaTS4) May 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Gill showing glimpses of England already<\/p>\n \u2014 AD (@cricadharsh) May 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Gill will be getting edged and dismissed in the same way in the upcoming test series against England.#GTvCSK<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Dr. Shubham K | \ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3 (@Kshubham_1907) May 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Gill will be butchered left ,right and center if he fails in England this time after scoring so much of runs in IPL.<\/p>\n \u2014 *Roe Joot \ud83e\udd89\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3* (@ImGani22) May 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n There are two things that you need to know about Gill’s dismissal. 1. Gill still hasn’t found a way to counter the swing, he is repeating the same mistakes he did in Aus. Twice in this IPL he has been out to pacers like that. 2. Kamboj has been overlooked for the 2nd OS tour now<\/p>\n \u2014 Kshitij Ojha (@Kshitij070) May 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Pill can’t even handle the swing of Anshul Kamboj. Gill the clown batsman \ud83e\udd21\ud83e\udd21\ud83e\udd21#CSKvsGT<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/K8ZwPC9nVS<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 TruthSpreader\ud83c\udf1f (@NotJustARutuFan) May 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Gill is already practising for Test match wicket\ud83d\ude02.#IPL<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Tejas Naik (@Tejasnaik01) May 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Gill after a practice with red ball, lost his wicket to a test match length \u2014 . (@kadaipaneer_) May 25, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n For all of Gill\u2019s grace and promise with the bat, his numbers in overseas Test matches tell a rather sobering story. Across 15 Tests played outside India, Gill has accumulated just 716 runs at an average of 27.54, a figure that significantly pales in comparison to his home average. While he has managed a solitary century and two half-centuries abroad, the larger sample size reveals a persistent struggle. In England<\/strong> specifically, the venue of India\u2019s next major Test assignment, his stats are even more concerning. In 3 matches and 6 innings, Gill has amassed only 88 runs at a dismal average of 14.66, with a highest score of just 28. It\u2019s not just the lack of big scores, but the manner of his dismissals that alarms critics: early edges, tentative footwork, and an inability to adjust to late swing. These are not just technical issues but also mental challenges, particularly for someone now tasked with leading India in a pivotal overseas series. While one cannot write off a young player for a few poor innings, the lack of visible correction over successive tours raises legitimate doubts.<\/p>\n Also READ: <\/strong>Faf du Plessis responds humorously to romantic film suggestion with Preity Zinta<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nShubman Gill\u2019s early dismissal against CSK in the IPL 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Online backlash tied to Gill\u2019s overseas struggles<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Here\u2019s how fans reacted:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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