Shubman Gill Becomes Second-Youngest and Fastest Indian to Play 100 IPL Matches

Shubman Gill’s remarkable achievement in reaching 100 IPL matches at such a young age has certainly caught the attention of cricket fans around the world. The Gujarat Titans skipper has proven himself to be a talented and consistent performer in the IPL, and his latest milestone only adds to his impressive resume.

At just 24 years and 229 days old, Gill has surpassed the likes of Virat Kohli to become the youngest Indian player to reach the 100-match mark in the IPL. His feat is made even more impressive by the fact that he achieved it in the ongoing IPL 2024 season, showcasing his durability and longevity in the tournament.

Gill’s performance in the IPL 2024 season has been nothing short of stellar, with the young opener amassing 298 runs in 9 matches at an average of 42.57 and a strike rate of 146.79. He has already notched up two half-centuries, with his highest score being an unbeaten 89.

In his overall IPL career, Gill has accumulated 3,094 runs in 100 matches at an average of 38.12 and a strike rate of 135.14. He has also registered three centuries and 20 half-centuries, with his highest score of 129* coming against Mumbai Indians last year.

Gill’s journey in the IPL has been a rollercoaster ride, from being released by Kolkata Knight Riders to being appointed as the captain of Gujarat Titans. Under his leadership, the Titans have shown promise, despite their current sixth position in the standings.

As Gill continues to impress on the field, cricket fans can only look forward to witnessing more milestones and memorable performances from the talented young cricketer in the future.