Shubman Gill, the young batting sensation and current Test captain of India, is on the brink of rewriting cricket history as India heads into the fifth and final Test match against England. The 25-year-old, who has enjoyed a phenomenal run of form in the ongoing series, stands just one century away from equalling a 70-year-old world record—the most centuries in a single Test series.

The record in question was set in 1955 by Clyde Walcott, the legendary West Indian batter, who had smashed five centuries against Australia in a single series. Walcott’s incredible feat included 827 runs in 10 innings at an average of 82.70, a mark that has withstood the test of time—until now. Gill, with 722 runs in 8 innings at an average of 90.25, has four centuries already and needs just one more to match Walcott.

A Remarkable Captaincy Debut Series

This Test series against England marks Shubman Gill's debut series as India’s Test captain, and his leadership has been matched by stunning individual performances with the bat. Despite India trailing 1-2 in the five-match series, Gill has been the standout performer. His brilliant knocks of 269 and 161 at Edgbaston showcased his dominance and technical finesse, further solidifying his status as a modern-day great in the making.

What adds more weight to his achievements is that his name now stands beside Sunil Gavaskar and Virat Kohli, the only two other Indian batters to have scored four centuries in a single Test series. Gavaskar achieved this twice—once during India’s tour of the West Indies in 1971 and again at home in 1978-79. Kohli, on the other hand, accomplished the feat in 2014-15 during India’s tour of Australia. Gill’s potential fifth century could elevate him beyond both legends, making him the first Indian to score five hundreds in a single series.

Chasing Don Bradman’s and Gavaskar’s Legendary Numbers

Beyond Walcott’s record, Shubman Gill is closing in on several other historic milestones. With his current tally of 722 runs, he is just 89 runs away from overtaking Don Bradman's legendary 810-run haul as captain in a single Test series. Bradman achieved this feat against England during the 1936-37 Ashes, a series that has been immortalised in cricket history. If Gill scores 89 or more in the fifth Test, he would not only surpass Bradman’s tally but also become the highest run-getting Test captain in a single series.

Furthermore, Gill is eyeing Sunil Gavaskar’s iconic 774 runs, the highest by an Indian in a single Test series. Gavaskar achieved this during the 1971 series against the West Indies—his debut series, no less. At present, Gill is just 53 runs short of this mark. To add to the potential record haul, Gill is also 11 runs away from becoming the Indian captain with the most runs in a series, breaking another Gavaskar milestone.

Stats from the Current Series

Here’s a quick look at Shubman Gill’s record in the ongoing series:

• Matches played: 4

• Innings batted: 8

• Total Runs: 722

• Batting Average: 90.25

• Centuries: 4

• Highest Score: 269

If he continues at this pace, Gill could end the series as one of the most prolific run-scorers in the history of Test cricket, both as an Indian and as a captain globally.

India's Series Stand

Despite the heroics of Gill, the Indian team finds itself behind 1-2 in the five-match series. The upcoming fifth Test, therefore, serves dual importance—it’s an opportunity for India to draw the series, and for Gill, a chance to etch his name permanently in cricket history.

Praise from Experts

Former players and cricket experts have showered Gill with praise throughout the series. Many have highlighted his calm temperament, tactical intelligence, and fluent stroke play, comparing him to some of the greats of the game. His double century at Edgbaston was described as “a masterclass in endurance and elegance,” and cricketing circles believe that this series could be a turning point in his international career.

What Lies Ahead

With the fifth Test just days away, all eyes are on Shubman Gill. The potential records he’s on the cusp of breaking could redefine batting standards in modern-day Test cricket. Whether he equals Clyde Walcott, surpasses Don Bradman, or breaks Gavaskar’s Indian record, one thing is certain—Gill has already carved a special place for himself in the annals of cricket history.

The world awaits as he walks out to bat one final time in this series, with the burden of expectation and the weight of opportunity resting firmly on his shoulders. Will Shubman Gill rise to the occasion once more and make history at just 25?

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