Shubman Gill Scripts History, Becomes Fastest Indian to 3,000 ODI Runs
Kanish
14 Jun 2026
18 viewsIndia captain Shubman Gill has now made it into his list of records as he has become the first Indian batsman to score 3000 runs in One-Day Internationals (ODI) within the fastest time. It came in the first ODI against Afghanistan in Dharamshala, where Gill also had a key knock to lead the way. He also became the second quickest batsman in world cricket to reach 3000 runs, after Hashim Amla of South Africa, with this milestone.
Gill broke the record in 62 innings, and demonstrated his incredible consistency in the 50 over format. The 26-year-old has made his mark as one of the world's top batsmen, both for his style and his explosive batting speed. He already has a number of records such as he is the quickest batsman to 2000 ODI runs and one of the youngest to score a double century in the format.
It is a significant milestone for Indian cricket as the team gears up for the leadership of Gill at the 2027 ODI World Cup. His consistent performance and maturity have made him a vital player in India's long-term strategy, according to cricket experts. His new contract is another testament to his becoming one of the most significant players of his era.
- Kanish