Watch: Shubman Gill Yells ‘Dekh Kya Raha Hai?’ at Akash Deep During Historic 269-Run Knock!

Shubman Gill Enter in Top 10 Highest Test Score by a Batsman etched his name in cricketing history on Day 2 of the India vs England 2nd Test 2025 at Birmingham, scoring a monumental 269—his career-best and the highest score by an Indian captain in Test cricket. His marathon effort powered India to a commanding total of 587 runs in 151 overs, cementing his place among India’s all-time greats.

Gill’s innings was a masterclass in technique and temperament. With 30 fours and 3 sixes, he displayed elegance and dominance in equal measure. Batting for over eight hours, Gill surpassed several legends to register the seventh-highest score ever by an Indian in Tests.

Fiery On-Field Exchange: “Dekh Kya Raha Hai?”

While Gill was largely composed throughout his innings, one heated moment caught everyone’s attention.

Just before Tea on Day 2, Gill nudged the ball and attempted a quick single. But his partner Akash Deep was slow to respond. England’s Ollie Pope pounced quickly and fired a throw toward the stumps. Although the throw missed, it was a close call.

Gill, clearly frustrated, lashed out at his teammate, shouting:
“Dekh kya raha hai? Bhaag jaldi se!” (“What are you staring at? Run quickly!”)

The rare outburst from the generally calm Indian captain was a sign of his fierce competitiveness and desire to capitalize on every run.

India’s Stunning Total Thanks to Lower-Order Grit

India were in trouble at 211/5, but Gill found able allies in Ravindra Jadeja (89) and Washington Sundar (42). Together, they stitched partnerships of:

203 runs with Jadeja for the sixth wicket
144 runs with Sundar for the seventh wicket

These massive partnerships ensured India not only recovered but also dominated the innings. They eventually fell just 13 runs short of 600, posting their fourth-highest Test total in history.

England Bowlers Struggle as India Dominates

England’s bowling attack found little success on a lifeless Birmingham track. Among their key figures:

Shoaib Bashir: 3/167

Chris Woakes: 2/81

Josh Tongue: 2/119

Despite disciplined efforts, they couldn’t dismantle the Indian batting line-up, particularly the unyielding Gill.

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Top 10 Highest Test Score by a Batsman

With his magnificent 269, Shubman Gill has now joined the elite club of Indian Test batting legends. Here’s a look at the top scores:

Player	Score	Opponent
Virender Sehwag	319	South Africa
Virender Sehwag	309	Pakistan
Karun Nair	303	England
Virender Sehwag	293	Sri Lanka
VVS Laxman	293	Australia
Rahul Dravid	270	Pakistan
Shubman Gill	270	England
Virat Kohli	270	South Africa
Virender Sehwag	254	Pakistan
Sachin Tendulkar	248	Bangladesh

Gill’s entry into this prestigious list signals a new era of dominance for Indian Test cricket under his leadership.

Shubman Gill’s 269 will be remembered not only for the runs but also for the grit, intensity, and that fiery “Dekh kya raha hai?” moment that showed he leads with passion. With India setting a mammoth total and the captain leading by example, the momentum is firmly with the visitors.

As the Test progresses, all eyes will remain on Gill—not just for his bat, but for the spark he brings to this Indian team.

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