ICYMI!
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A SIX that left everyone in 🤯🤯
How would you describe that shot from Shubman Gill?#TATAIPL | #Qualifier2 | #GTvMI | @ShubmanGill pic.twitter.com/BAd8NDVB0e
During his scintillating knock of 129 runs, Gill exhibited a wide range of shots, seamlessly maneuvering the ball to the boundaries. With a remarkable total of seven boundaries and an astonishing ten sixes, his batting prowess was on full display.
His inning propelled GT to a mammoth score of 233 runs in their allotted 20 overs. The Mumbai Indians were left reeling, managing only 171 runs in response, securing GT's spot in the IPL final against CSK.
Gujarat Titans (GT) secured a monumental victory and secured their spot in the IPL final. After the match, Gill expressed his belief that this remarkable knock was perhaps his finest innings in the history of the tournament.
In the post-match presentation, When asked about dealing with the weight of expectations, Gill calmly explained that once he steps onto the field, his sole focus is on contributing to the team's success.
He acknowledged that expectations are a part of the game, but his primary objective remains to make valuable contributions to GT's cause.
“Expectations are something that follow you outside the ropes, but once you step on the field it is all about trying how to contribute for the team,”
As he signed off, Gill affirmed that this innings against the Mumbai Indians was arguably his best in the IPL, highlighting the significance of his remarkable achievement, “I think this was probably my best innings so far in the IPL,”
Gill revealed that the turning point of his innings came during an over when he smashed Akash Madhwal for three consecutive sixes. It was at that moment he realized that everything was falling into place and that he had the opportunity to create something truly special.
Gill also acknowledged the favorable batting conditions, highlighting the significance of playing on a good wicket.
"For me, it is playing ball to ball, over to over. The over where I hit three sixes gave me the momentum to go big. That's when I realised it could be my day. It was a good wicket to bat on as well," said Gill.
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