KKR star Shubman Gill gets praised by Australian great ahead of IPL 2021 auction

Shubman Gill was one of architects of India’s thrilling 2-1 series win over Australia Down Under. Playing a series-decider at a venue ( Gabba) that remained a graveyard for visitors since 1988, 21-year-old batted with much intent and composure to set up an exciting run-chase for lower order. Dynamic wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant later finished demolition job as India clinched series in final thrilling minutes on a rabid Day 5 pitch.

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Michael Hussey expresses miration for Shubman Gill for Gabba heroics

While interacting with Khaleej Times, Australian cricketer-turned-commentator Michael Hussey heaped praise on opening batsman Shubman Gill for his game-changing kcks against Australia. Australian great believed that India have “uneard a gem” in Gill, owing to his performances across three Tests he played. Speaking on Gill’s 91-run kck, in particular, Michael Hussey said that his innings was superb and he looks like a “real player for future for India”.

Shubman Gill me his Test debut at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Boxing Day and celebrated occasion with scores of 45 and 35* and India’s series-levelling win. right-handed batsman ended series with 259 runs. He emerged as India’s fourth-leing run-getter of series despite playing one match lesser than Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara.

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Shubman Gill in KKR for IPL 2021

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) recently anunced a list of ir retentions ahe of upcoming IPL 2021 auction. Shubman Gill was among 17 cricketers to be retained by KKR camp alongside veteran campaigners Dinesh Karthik, Eoin Morgan, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine among ors. Here is a look at all 17 retained KKR players who will be participating for m in much-awaited IPL 2021 season.

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IPL auction date: When is IPL 2021 auction?

Quite recently, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed IPL auction date. Updating ir social media accounts, Indian board stated that IPL 2021 auction will be organised on February 18 in Chennai. Here is a look at all details regarding upcoming bidding event.

When is IPL 2021 auction?

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