Shubman Gill Faces Criticism After Lord’s Failure (1)
India captain Shubman Gill is facing increased scrutiny after his underwhelming performance in the third Test against England at Lord’s. Following impressive knocks at Edgbaston, where he scored a double century and another century in the same match, expectations were high. However, at Lord’s, Gill was dismissed for a mere 16 in the first innings and then fell LBW for just 6 while chasing 193 in the second innings.
Gill also struggled to keep his emotions in check late on Day 4, as England’s Zak Crawley delayed play before stumps. Frustrated by the tactics, Gill got into a heated exchange with Crawley, even using strong language. His outburst seemed to fuel England’s aggression, and when Gill returned to bat, English players continued to target him on the field.
Alyssa Healy, captain of the Australia women’s team, commented on the incident, saying that England had successfully exploited Gill’s frustration. “When teams go hard at Gill, it can rattle him. If England spotted that weakness, they capitalized on it,” Healy explained on the Willow Talk Podcast. She added that it’s typical for teams to pressure the opposition captain, aiming to disrupt their rhythm and create mental pressure.
Changes Likely for India, Dawson to Return for England
With India trailing 2-1 in the series, changes to the playing XI are expected for the crucial fourth Test in Manchester. The Indian team may drop underperforming players in a bid to find a better balance and performance in the upcoming match.
Meanwhile, England have brought in Liam Dawson to replace Shoaib Bashir, who has been ruled out due to injury. Dawson, who hasn’t played Test cricket for eight years, could make a surprising return at Old Trafford.
With both teams under pressure, the fourth Test promises to be a high-stakes match, with all eyes on how Shubman Gill responds — both with the bat and his temperament — in the next challenge.
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