Shubman Gill Smashes Record-Breaking 265 as India Dominate England at Edgbaston

Shubman Gill Smashes Record-Breaking 265 as India Dominate England at Edgbaston

Shubman Gill etched his name into the record books with a monumental unbeaten 265, the highest-ever score by an Indian captain in Test cricket, as India surged to 564 for 7 at tea on the second day of the second Test against England at Edgbaston.

In a masterclass of precision and patience, Gill brought up his maiden Test double-hundred and remained unflinching at the crease through three consecutive sessions. His knock not only surpassed the previous record for the highest Test score by an Indian captain (MS Dhoni's 254*) but also eclipsed the highest individual score by an Indian in England, overtaking Rahul Dravid’s 221.

India, criticized for their batting collapses at Headingley, responded emphatically by packing the line-up with allrounders. The move paid off richly as the visitors forged two major partnerships: a 203-run stand and a 144-run partnership for the sixth and seventh wickets, respectively.

Joe Root provided the lone breakthrough in the afternoon session, dismissing Washington Sundar for 42 with a sharply turning offbreak. Root’s animated celebration hinted at England's growing frustration, especially as frontline bowlers, including Shoaib Bashir, toiled without success. Bashir remained wicketless despite sending down 21 overs on the second day alone.

Washington, who had earlier endured a barrage of short balls from Josh Tongue, counterattacked post-lunch with a confident hook for six. His steady support enabled Gill to sail past landmark after landmark, crafting a knock filled with elegant strokeplay, clever placement, and an air of calm authority.

Despite the massive total and batting dominance, there was no sign of an imminent declaration as tea was called. India now stands poised to set the highest total against England during the Stokes-McCullum era, currently held by Pakistan’s 579 in Rawalpindi (2022).

Notably, England have conceded 550 or more runs on three occasions under Ben Stokes’ leadership—and have gone on to win all three matches. But with Gill still at the crease and India looking in complete control, the hosts may face their toughest challenge yet.

At Tea
India 564 for 7 (Gill 265*, Jadeja 89)
England – yet to bat

Key Milestones:

  • Highest score by an Indian captain in Tests: 265* – Shubman Gill

  • Highest score by an Indian in England: 265* – Shubman Gill

  • Highest Test total against England under Stokes-McCullum era: In sight (579 to beat)

 

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