Shubman Gill - players.bio

"Ball Did Touch The Ground": Ricky Ponting's Honest Take On Shubman Gill Catch Controversy

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting reckons the catch taken by all-rounder Cameron Green to dismiss Indian opener Shubman Gill had the ball touching the ground at one point but credited the third umpire for taking the "correct decision" during the fourth day's play of the World Test Championship final. Gill was batting on 18 when he edged one off Scott Boland and the ball flew low to the left of Green at gully, who scooped it inches from the ground and immediately celebrated the dismissal, as India were rocked early in the chase of 444.

WTC Final: Virender Sehwag, Wasim Jaffer Mock Third Umpire On Shubman Gill's Dismissal

Shubman Gill's dismissal has sparked controversy and former cricketers Virender Sehwag and Wasim Jaffer didn't miss out on the opportunity to take a dig at the third umpire Richard Kettleborough's decision. Gill lost his wicket after Cameron Green took a diving catch which turned out to be quite controversial as the ball appeared to have touched the ground. Due to inconclusive evidence the matter went straight to the third umpire and after inspection, he decided to dismiss Gill who was visibly upset.

Shubman Gill Gets Heavy Fine For Contradicting Umpire's Decision In Tweet. India, Australia Too Penalised

Team India opener Shubman Gill had to pay a hefty price after the conclusion of the ICC World Test Championship final against Australia. While the entire Indian team was handed a 100% penalty for maintaining a slow over-rate in the title decider, Gill was given an additional 15% fine on his match fee as he had shown dissent at the third umpire's decision which led to his dismissal in the second innings. Hence, the young opening batter's effective fine would be 115%.

Shubman Gill Posts Two-Word Tweet After India's WTC Final Loss Against Australia

India had a forgetful outing with the bat on Sunday as they were bundled out for 234 in the chase of 444 against Australia in the World Test Championship final. India needed 280 on Day 5 with seven wickets in hand but got bowled out even before the first session was completed. Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland were the pick among the bowlers as they took four and three wickets respectively. Australia became the first team to clinch all four ICC titles while India lost another opportunity to clinch their first ICC trophy since 2013.

India vs Australia, WTC Final: Was Shubman Gill Out Or Not Out? A Peep Into The Rulebook

Cameron Green's catch to dismiss Shubman Gill during India's second innings of the World Test Championship final has sparked huge controversy. In their chase of 444 runs against Australia in the summit clash, Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma took India off to a solid start. However, a Scott Boland delivery took the outside edge of Gill's willow and Green pulled off a blinder at gully. The catch was referred to the third umpire, who eventually ruled it in favour of the Australians.

"Got More Angles In IPL": Rohit Sharma Blasts WTC Organisers Over Shubman Gill's Controversial Dismissal

Sunday turned out to be nightmare for Team India as they faced a 209-run defeat against Australia on Day 5 of the World Test Championship final at The Oval. Chasing a whopping total of 444, Team India needed 280 runs to win on the final with seven wickets in hand. However, Australia's bowling attack completely dominated the Rohit Sharma-led side and bundled them out for 234. After the match ended, India skipper Rohit Sharma opened up on the controversial dismissal of opening batter Shubman gill on Scott Boland's delivery on Day 4.

On Shubman Gill's Controversial Dismissal, Rajeev Shukla's Straightforward Response

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice president Rajeev Shukla has revealed his thoughts on the Cameron Green catch that saw India opener Shubman Gill dismissed at a crucial stage of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final on Day 4 against Australia. On the fourth day of a gripping match at The Oval, Gill was declared out by TV umpire Richard Kettleborough at the stroke of tea after India got a strong start in their run chase, with 444 needed to win.

WTC Final: ICC's Tweet On Shubman Gill's Controversial Dismissal Leaves Internet Fuming

The dismissal of Shubman Gill on Day 4 of the World Test Championship (WTC) Final between India and Australia has been the subject of multiple debates. Gill was caught in the slips by Cameron Green off Scott Boland's bowling but replays showed that the ball touched the ground when the fielder made impact. The on-field umpires were not sure about the incident but the third umpire decided to give him out resulting in a massive controversy. Several experts were not pleased with the decision and even Gill took to social media to post a screenshot of the catch. The International Cricket Council also tweeted pictures of the catch along with the caption - "That Cameron Green catch!"

Contacts

Shubman Gill Sport News

"Ball Did Touch The Ground": Ricky Ponting's Honest Take On Shubman Gill Catch Controversy

WTC Final: Virender Sehwag, Wasim Jaffer Mock Third Umpire On Shubman Gill's Dismissal

Shubman Gill Gets Heavy Fine For Contradicting Umpire's Decision In Tweet. India, Australia Too Penalised

Shubman Gill Posts Two-Word Tweet After India's WTC Final Loss Against Australia

India vs Australia, WTC Final: Was Shubman Gill Out Or Not Out? A Peep Into The Rulebook

"Got More Angles In IPL": Rohit Sharma Blasts WTC Organisers Over Shubman Gill's Controversial Dismissal

On Shubman Gill's Controversial Dismissal, Rajeev Shukla's Straightforward Response

WTC Final: ICC's Tweet On Shubman Gill's Controversial Dismissal Leaves Internet Fuming