India Test captain Shubman Gill, who had dominated the series with 585 runs across the first two Tests, faced a different challenge during the third Test at Lord’s. This time, it wasn’t just with the bat — but with words. On Day 4, England skipper Ben Stokes delivered a blunt sledge aimed at Gill’s form, telling teammates, “600 runs and he’s done for the series,” as the Indian captain walked in to bat at 41/2, chasing 193 on a tense pitch.
Ben Stokes vs Shubman Gill
Gill, who had scored 269, 161, and 147 earlier in the series, failed to find the rhythm in the third Test. After a nervy start, he was trapped LBW by Brydon Carse for just six runs.
🗣 “600 runs and he is done for the series.” #BenDuckett throws some cheeky comments while bowling, will #ShubmanGill silence him with a strong statement by tour’s end? 🤔
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Stokes’ taunt proved timely, as India suffered a dramatic top-order collapse to end Day 4 at 58/4. With 135 runs still needed, the pressure mounts for India heading into the final day of what’s become a fiercely contested Test series.
