Former England batter Jonathan Trott was all praise for Shubman Gill, calling the young Indian captain a “world-class player” with a bright future after his commanding century against England in the second Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. This was Gill’s second consecutive hundred in the series, and it further cemented his growing stature as one of India’s most dependable batters.
Trott was particularly impressed with Gill’s game awareness and the way he tailored his approach against England’s pacers, especially Brydon Carse and Chris Woakes. According to the former England cricketer, Gill’s clarity of thought and tactical planning showcased his maturity beyond his years.
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“Carse has that extra zip, while Woakes is more about attacking the stumps with swing and seam. What stood out is Gill’s understanding of how to tackle both. He didn’t come up with a plan on the fly — this was clearly something he worked out beforehand. That level of preparation is what separates world-class players from the rest,” Jonathan Trott said while speaking on JioHotstar.
Trott also emphasized how Gill’s approach had a ripple effect on the rest of the Indian team. “His calm presence, body language, and intent at the crease sent a strong message to the dressing room. He took control, made it clear he was there to anchor the innings and push India into a strong position. That kind of leadership — quiet but assertive — can inspire a team,” he added.
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Gill’s ability to blend aggression with composure impressed Trott the most. “It’s not just the runs he scores, but the way he scores them. He gives his team belief. At 24, he’s already showing signs of becoming a great leader and an even greater player,” he concluded.
At stumps on Day 1, India were firmly placed at 310/5, with Gill unbeaten on 114 and Ravindra Jadeja solid on 41, setting the tone for a strong first-innings total.
