IND vs Eng 3rd Test: Dilip Vengsarkar has advised for high scoring Shubman Gill that “” “did not get cricket news”

Former Indian cricketer Dilip Vengsarkar believes that Shubman Gill’s Blistering Run with BAT in the ongoing Test series in England has not only strengthened his authority as captain, but has also demonstrated his world class caliber. However, experienced warned against chasing individual records, Gill urged to focus on match-winning contribution instead. Gill scored 585 runs in only four innings, including three centuries-269 in four innings, in just four innings. His efforts inspired India to win 336 runs in the second test, leveraging the five-match series 1–1 after a disappointing start in Leeds. “He did very well as a captain as a batsman. It was very important to score runs so that he could call the shots and lead from the front, which is very important and he has done, ”Vengsarkar told the media to PTI. The 25 -year -old Gill now stands within the reach of an all -time record of 974 runs in a single test series of Sir Donald Bradman, which was set during the 1930 ash. While Vengsarkar acknowledged the ability to pursue the form of Gill and the milestone, he urged him to take precautions.

“Okay, he is in great form and he is an excellent batsman. I hope he does so. I don’t know that he will do so, but I am sure he got an opportunity,” Vengsarkar said. “But then, what is important is not (in chasing) individual milestones. Because we suffer from individual milestones, which is wrong. The important (point) is to win the match for our country. That’s what matters.

Without naming individuals, he praised the team’s efforts despite the absence of major players and supported India to take an edge over Lord’s. “India has done very well … I hope they win in Lord’s and win 2–1”.