Shubman Gill’s best-ever Test century: Twitter reacts to India captain’s exceptional ton vs ENG in Manchester

Team India captain Shubman Gill has continued his impressive batting performances during the second innings of the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford in Manchester. The right-handed batter reached his fourth century of the series on the final day (Sunday, July 27) of the ongoing Test match.

After India suffered a disastrous start with both Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sai Sudharsan dismissed for ducks in the very first over on the fourth day, Shubman Gill and KL Rahul came together to steady the innings. The duo added a 188-run stand for the third wicket that kept India’s hopes of a draw alive.

They frustrated the English bowlers for a large part of the day. KL Rahul looked set for a century, but England captain Ben Stokes provided the breakthrough for his side. Rahul’s resistance ended at 90 runs from 230 deliveries. However, Gill went on to complete his fourth hundred of the ongoing series.

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Shubman Gill Reaches Fourth Century in Maiden Test Series as Captain

Shubman Gill reached the milestone on the last ball of the 83rd over in India’s second innings. The right-handed batter completed his ninth century in Tests. Gill guided a full delivery outside off through point for a single to bring up the landmark.

The crowd rose to their feet as Gill removed his helmet and raised his bat in acknowledgment. The Indian skipper has been showcasing exceptional form since taking over the leadership.

However, Gill knows the job isn’t done. With India still under pressure, he must continue to anchor the innings and ensure there are no further collapses.

Shubman Gill Equals Don Bradman with a Gutsy Century in Manchester

Shubman Gill rose to the occasion when India needed him the most. He not only steadied the innings under immense pressure but also led from the front with a fighting century. His knock helped India reduce a huge deficit and stretch the contest into the final day of the Test.

Gill, who was unbeaten on 78 overnight, resumed on the fifth morning with the same determination and fluency. With this century, he joined an elite group of batters, such as Don Bradman, Sunil Gavaskar, and Virat Kohli, who have scored four or more centuries in a single Test series.

The ton came at a crucial moment, especially after criticism over his leadership following the defeat at Lord’s and the bowling strategy in Manchester’s first innings. This knock served as a powerful response, reaffirming his credentials as both a top-order batter and India's Test captain.

Fans React as Shubman Gill Reaches Fourth Century During Test Series in Manchester

Shubman Gill 100 👑

The best century of his career #INDvsENG pic.twitter.com/kptjAHl7LQ

— The Cinéprism (@TheCineprism) July 27, 2025

When the lights are brightest 📸
The Pressure at its highest ⚠️
The crowd at their loudest 🗣️
The best will arrive 🔥
The strongest will survive 💪#ShubmanGill #ENGvIND pic.twitter.com/fphLAfUmHz

— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) July 27, 2025

700+ runs
4 💯
18th International 💯

Under 🔥 Under Pressure
But not underwhelming

Shubman Gill 💯🔥🔥#ShubhmanGill
pic.twitter.com/7YdKjuN66l

— AT10 (@Loyalsachfan10) July 27, 2025

THE SHUBMAN GILL SERIES. 🫡🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/tgI5N0yBzc

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) July 27, 2025

Flat pitch?
Gill came out to bat when India was down 0-2.

Jaiswal made the ball old?
Gill came out to bat in 2nd over of the Innings.

Shubman Gill has cleared all the doubts with this Hundred 🙇‍♂️ pic.twitter.com/3nQr1zwMB9

— Dinda Academy (@academy_dinda) July 27, 2025

Reaching 4 Test 100s in England (against the home side) in the fewest innings by visiting batters.
7 - Don Bradman
10 - Viv Richards/SHUBMAN GILL
14 - Mark Taylor
15 - Brian Lara/Sachin Tendulkar/Graeme Smith #INDvsEND #INDvsENG#ENGvIND

— Mohandas Menon (@mohanstatsman) July 27, 2025

Last Two Indian Players to Score Test Century at Old Trafford, Manchester

Sachin Tendulkar (1990)
Shubman Gill (2025)*#ENGvIND pic.twitter.com/2tiJajIrzC

— 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) July 27, 2025

Every time Shubman Gill has reached 20 in this series, he has gone on to score a century. Elite conversion

— Matt Roller (@mroller98) July 27, 2025

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