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Shubman Gill Answers: What's Bigger - Winning IPL Or Test Series In England? - WATCH
ABP Live Sports | June 19, 2025 10:41 PM CST

The first Test of the much-awaited India vs England series begins on June 20, and ahead of the big clash, India’s new red-ball captain Shubman Gill has made headlines — not for a shot, but for a statement.

His comments comparing the value of winning a Test series in England versus lifting the IPL trophy have won praise from fans and cricketing purists alike.

Gill’s Clear Message: Test Glory Means More

During a press conference on the eve of the series, Shubman Gill was asked which achievement he would consider bigger — winning the IPL or leading India to a series win in England. Gill’s response was emphatic:

"Definitely winning the series in England would be the biggest thing according to me. You get very few chances to come to England as a captain — unless you’re the best of your generation. The IPL happens every year, so there are more chances to perform. But winning Test series in England, Australia, New Zealand, or South Africa is a big deal.”

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In one sentence, Gill captured the essence of what Test cricket means to traditionalists — hard-earned, legacy-defining success in the toughest conditions.

With Rohit Sharma retiring from Test cricket, the responsibility of leading the Indian Test side has now shifted to 24-year-old Shubman Gill. And for Gill, the honour couldn’t be greater.

“Yes, absolutely. This is the biggest honour for any player. Captaining your country in Test cricket is something very few people get a chance to do. I’m very excited about it,” he said.

India enters this new phase with a young leader determined to make his mark, not just with the bat but also with his leadership. His mindset, focused on long-format legacy over short-term fame, could set the tone for India’s next generation of Test cricketers.

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