Shubman Gill’s tough run in Australian conditions continued as he managed only 5 runs off 10 balls in the second T20I at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on October 31. The early dismissal has made his lean patch even more noticeable.
Lean Patch Gets Worse
Gill never settled and gifted Mitchell Marsh a simple catch off Josh Hazlewood. His form has now become a major talking point as he struggles to handle bounce and movement in Australia.
Numbers Tell A Tough Story
So far on this tour, the 26 year old has scored only 85 runs at an average of 21.25 from five matches. With no half centuries in his last nine innings, fans are questioning where the early promise at number 1 has gone.
Fans Lose Patience
Social media reaction was harsh, with some calling him “the most overhyped player in the game.” Others questioned Gautam Gambhir’s continued support, while one fan said “Yashasvi Jaiswal is a 100 times better.” Another labelled Gill a “flat track bully.”
Future Under Pressure
Gill’s strike rate of just 50 in this match highlights his struggle under quality bowling pressure. With new talent rising in Indian cricket, his T20I place could soon face serious scrutiny. The once future star of Indian batting is now battling expectations and form.
