There’s a rare kind of cricketer who arrives with hype and then outgrows it. Shubman Gill is one of those rare gems. What began as murmurs during his under-19 days quickly turned into roars of praise as he effortlessly transitioned into the senior Indian cricket team.
Stylish, technically gifted, and mentally composed—Gill is everything you want in a modern-day batter. And the numbers back that up. As of July 2025, he’s racked up 21 professional centuries, a milestone even the greats take years to reach.
Here’s how it all breaks down:
- 8 Test centuries
- 8 ODI centuries
- 1 T20I century
- 4 IPL centuries
And the most stunning part? He’s only 25 years old.
Let’s take a deep dive into how Gill’s century-scoring spree has unfolded across formats.
Test Centuries: Calmness Carved in Red Ball
When Gill debuted in Test cricket in 2020 against Australia, the cricketing world sat up and took notice. His footwork, his discipline outside off-stump, and his composure under pressure showed he belonged. Fast forward to 2025, and he has scored 8 centuries in Tests, each one a story in itself.
Gill’s Test Century Timeline:
| No. | Score | Opponent | Venue | Date |
| 1 | 110 | Bangladesh | Chattogram | 14-Dec-2022 |
| 2 | 128 | Australia | Ahmedabad | 09-Mar-2023 |
| 3 | 104 | England | Visakhapatnam | 04-Feb-2024 |
| 4 | 110 | England | Dharamshala | 08-Mar-2024 |
| 5 | 119* | England | Chennai | 21-Sep-2024 |
| 6 | 147 | England | Headingley | 20-Jun-2025 |
| 7 | 269 | England | Edgbaston | 02-Jul-2025 |
| 8 | 161 | England | Edgbaston | 05-Jul-2025 |
His 269 and 161 in the same Test at Edgbaston weren’t just runs—they were declarations. With those two innings, Gill became the first Indian in 93 years to hit hundreds in both innings of a Test match. And yes, he did it as captain. He didn’t just lead the team—he carried it to victory.
England, in particular, seems to bring out the best in him. His back-to-back centuries on their soil have drawn comparisons with Rahul Dravid’s grit and Virat Kohli’s dominance.
ODI Centuries: Young, Fearless, and Ruthless
Shubman Gill in ODIs is a different beast altogether. He plays with a blend of patience and explosiveness. Whether it’s rotating strike in the middle overs or launching into the slog phase, he’s mastered the tempo of the 50-over game.
Gill has 8 ODI centuries, and one of them—his 208 vs New Zealand—has already entered the hall of fame.
Gill’s ODI Century Chart:
| No. | Score | Opponent | Venue | Date |
| 1 | 130 | Zimbabwe | Harare | 22-Aug-2022 |
| 2 | 116 | Sri Lanka | Thiruvananthapuram | 15-Jan-2023 |
| 3 | 208 | New Zealand | Hyderabad | 18-Jan-2023 |
| 4 | 112 | New Zealand | Indore | 24-Jan-2023 |
| 5 | 121 | Bangladesh | Colombo | 15-Sep-2023 |
| 6 | 104 | Australia | Indore | 24-Sep-2023 |
| 7 | 112 | England | Ahmedabad | 12-Feb-2025 |
| 8 | 101* | Bangladesh | Dubai | 20-Feb-2025 |
His double hundred against New Zealand was not just about brute power—it was timing, placement, and confidence rolled into one. He became the youngest Indian to achieve the feat, eclipsing legends like Rohit Sharma and Sachin Tendulkar.
ODIs have proven to be his sweet spot. His average remains well over 55, and his consistency across continents is something India has come to rely on.
T20I Century: Power + Elegance
The shortest format is often seen as a game of brute force—but Gill brought elegance into it. For those who thought he was too traditional for T20s, his 126 against New Zealand* was the perfect response.
Gill’s T20I Ton:
| No. | Score | Opponent | Venue | Date |
| 1 | 126* | New Zealand | Ahmedabad | 01-Feb-2023 |
That century came off just 63 balls, with a strike rate well over 200. He played every shot in the book—flicks, cuts, lofted drives—and did so with grace. With that ton, he joined the elite club of Indians to score centuries in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
IPL Centuries: Big Runs, Big Moments
Shubman Gill and the IPL have grown up together. Initially the boy wonder at KKR, it was at Gujarat Titans where he bloomed into a match-winner. His IPL journey, particularly in 2023, was magical.
He now has 4 IPL centuries, three of which came in a dream run during one season.
Gill’s IPL Century Timeline:
| No. | Score | Opponent | Venue | Date |
| 1 | 101 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Ahmedabad | 15-May-2023 |
| 2 | 104* | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Ahmedabad | 21-May-2023 |
| 3 | 129 | Mumbai Indians | Ahmedabad | 26-May-2023 |
| 4 | 104 | Punjab Kings | Ahmedabad | 01-Apr-2024 |
His 129 in the Qualifier against Mumbai Indians is still talked about as one of the greatest playoff knocks ever. That season saw him win the Orange Cap, scoring over 850 runs. In 2024, he kept the form going with another century early in the season.
Gill in the IPL is the perfect blend of reliability and explosiveness—a captain’s dream and a bowler’s nightmare.
Beyond Numbers: The Leader, The Thinker
Gill’s numbers are stellar—but his cricketing brain is just as impressive. Calm under pressure, never shaken by the moment, he’s the kind of player who brings stability to the dressing room.
He was handed the Test captaincy in 2025, and his leadership has already begun to shine. His twin tons in Edgbaston didn’t just help India win, they showed that Gill thrives when the spotlight is at its brightest.
He’s soft-spoken, humble, and incredibly focused—qualities that have made him a role model for millions. In a cricketing world full of noise, Gill leads with quiet intensity.
Final Take: India’s Present and Future
At 25, Gill’s resume reads like a seasoned veteran’s:
- 8 Test centuries
- 8 ODI centuries
- 1 T20I century
- 4 IPL centuries
That’s 21 centuries across formats, and he’s not even in his prime yet.
What makes Gill’s story special is that he’s not just ticking boxes—he’s rewriting expectations. From Test captaincy to Orange Caps, from double tons to clutch performances, he’s doing it all. He’s not just the next big thing. He is the big thing. And Indian cricket couldn’t be in safer hands.
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