"Incredible Batting": Ex-India Star Praises Shubman Gill's Masterclass Knock vs KKR

On a challenging Eden Gardens pitch that offered little to stroke-makers, Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill produced a batting masterclass to guide his side to a convincing 39-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL). Gill's elegant 90 off 55 deliveries, studded with 10 boundaries and 3 sixes, helped GT post a formidable total that proved beyond KKR's reach. Former India batter and JioStar expert Ambati Rayudu lauded Gill's knock, highlighting how the young opener adapted to the sluggish surface and turned the momentum in Gujarat's favour.

"It all started with Harshit Rana bowling those two wide deliveries--Gill was struggling a bit before that. But after that, he really found his rhythm," Rayudu said on JioHotstar.

"We saw some incredible shots--pure cricketing strokes. That slog sweep against Sunil Narine was especially impressive. It wasn't an easy shot to execute, and he managed runs all around the pitch. That shows batsmanship--boundaries along the ground, intelligent placement. It speaks to the quality he has, and the strength of the top-order partnerships. That's how you bat on a slow, sluggish pitch. Incredible batting by Shubman Gill," he added.

Gill, playing against his former franchise, looked in control once he got going, anchoring the innings with grace while accelerating at key moments. His effort laid the foundation for Gujarat's total, which was well-defended by their bowlers despite KKR's firepower.

The result marked Gujarat's third win on the trot, while KKR slumped to their fifth defeat of the season, further denting their title defence aspirations. As the league stage intensifies, GT's skipper continues to lead from the front--once again proving why