Indian opener Shubman Gill’s lean run in T20Is continued on Thursday as he registered a golden duck in the second match of the five-game series against South Africa in New Chandigarh. Chasing a massive target of 214, India needed a strong start from their top order, but Gill’s early dismissal only added to the mounting pressure on the batting unit.
The right-hander walked in with expectations high, especially on his home turf, but his stay lasted just one ball. Gill attempted to guide a delivery from Marco Jansen towards third man, only to edge it straight into the hands of slip, leaving the packed New Chandigarh stadium stunned.
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Gill’s slump has now stretched to a worrying phase: just 263 runs in his last 15 T20I innings at an average barely above 23. For someone who was once hailed as the future of India’s T20 batting and even touted as a long-term top-order pillar, the repeated failures have triggered concerns among fans and experts alike.
India’s chase of 214 required early intent and stability, but Gill’s wicket created the opposite — uncertainty and frustration. Captain Suryakumar Yadav and the middle order were left with the task of rebuilding under immense scoreboard pressure.
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With the T20 World Cup cycle always in motion, Gill’s inconsistency is beginning to raise tough selection questions. The next few matches could be crucial in determining whether he continues as a first-choice opener or faces stronger competition from India’s growing pool of young top-order hitters.
As expected, social media went into overdrive the moment Gill fell for a duck. Netizens reacted with disappointment, criticism, humour, and memes — reflecting the growing impatience around his T20I form.
– Asia Cup, failed.
– Australia series, failed
– Vs South Africa: first game 4
– Vs Souta Africa second game 0.
– 20 straight innings without even a fifty.
– So on what logic is Shubman Gill getting this endless backing?
– Why overload him when he clearly isn’t ready for T20Is… pic.twitter.com/zGejMItc53— Vipin Tiwari (@Vipintiwari952) December 11, 2025
Meet Shubman Gill
– Never Performs In Important Games
Ended Ishan’s career to open in ODI
Ended Jaiswal’s career to open in T20
Ended Sanju Samson opening carrer
Dropped Ruturaj From National teamJust to choke in every crucial match, Shubman Gill for you.. pic.twitter.com/uy4KjKaZnz
— Blankkkk (@blank_07x) December 11, 2025
Meet Shubman Gill,
– Can’t bat
– Can’t ball
– Can’t fieldBut he need Indian team captaincy for all format. pic.twitter.com/xRZxcB185a
— Popa 🇮🇳 (@MagnesiumKohli) December 11, 2025
Yashasvi jaiswal>> overrated shubman gill 🥀 pic.twitter.com/xvLXtogCWl
— कृष्णा (@iiamkrshn) December 11, 2025
OMG, what kind of favouritism is this from Gautam Gambhir towards Shubman Gill?🤦🏻
He got out for a duck today, how many chances will he keep getting?
Meanwhile, top openers like Sanju Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal are sitting out while he continues to get opportunities.
SHAME… pic.twitter.com/gReX4VvKNL
— Mention Cricket (@MentionCricket) December 11, 2025
Shubman Gill is Babar Azam of India with huge PR. Babar’s PR made him look like next Virat Kohli same as Shubman Gill’s PR did in India.
Shame on all PR media house & commentators!!
— Rajiv (@Rajiv1841) December 11, 2025
This fraud Shubman Gill playing in the T20I team and taking the place of more deserving players literally makes my blood boil.
On what basis does this statpadder play? And I am damn sure Gautam Gambhir will select him for the T20 World Cup that’s how favouritism works. The… pic.twitter.com/V8nhfo1ytp
— 𝐉𝐨𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐞 (@jod_insane) December 11, 2025
