The young Indian opener, Shubman Gill amassed 259 runs averaging 51.80 in 6 innings after making his Test debut in the Boxing Day Test against Australia. Former Indian cricketer, VVS Laxman has vouched for a bright future for Gill, who was a part of the team that won the historic Border Gavaskar Trophy in Australia last month.

Talking about the youngster during a chat on Sports Today, VVS Laxman said, “I think he will be the most-talked-about cricketer, not only in Test match cricket but in all three formats. I felt the kind of talent and the performances he has shown in various levels whether it’s in the IPL, whether it’s India A or first-class cricket for Punjab, I think he has been very consistent. I think he waited patiently for his opportunity while some of his colleagues got ahead of him.”

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He further added, “What I really enjoyed was he was ready for the big occasion. And opening in Australia against a very good fast-bowling attack in the form of Hazlewood, Starc, and Cummins is never easy but to do that in this fashion after India were bowled out for 36 and the aggression and technique he showed. The killer instinct he showed by backing his ability without comprising his ability and flamboyance speaks volumes of the work he has put in.”

Laxman is of the opinion that Shubman Gill will be the most-talked-about cricket not only in Test matches but also across all formats and will win a lot of matches for India.

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Elaborating the same, VVS Laxman said, “I always believe results might not go your way, but the way you prepare in international cricket is very important. I saw the preparation in the way he batted, not necessarily because of the way he batted. I feel he is someone who India will rely on in winning lot of matches in all 3 formats.”