NEW DELHI: India's dynamic opening batsman, Shubman Gill, etched his name in cricket history by surpassing Hashim Amla's record, emerging as the fastest cricketer to reach the coveted 2,000-run mark in One Day International (ODI) cricket.
This remarkable feat transpired during India's World Cup match against New Zealand, where Gill's swift ascent to this milestone played a pivotal role in India's pursuit of New Zealand's 273-run target in Dharamsala.
Gill's awe-inspiring journey to the 2,000-run milestone required just 38 innings, a remarkable achievement that bettered the previous record held by South Africa's Hashim Amla, who had reached the same milestone in 40 innings. Gill's accomplishment not only reflects his prodigious batting talent but also provided India with a robust start in their endeavour to chase down New Zealand's target.
The 24-year-old Gill's journey in the world of cricket has been nothing short of extraordinary. Since his ODI debut for India in 2019, he has consistently left an indelible mark. In the span of 37 ODI matches, he has recorded an impressive record, amassing six centuries and ten half-centuries. This impressive batting prowess underscores his consistency and his ability to make substantial contributions to the Indian cricket team.
1/10:Shubman Gill breaks Hashim Amla's record: Batters with fastest 2000 ODI runs
2/10:Shubman Gill (IND): 38 innings
<p>India’s sensational opener, Shubman Gill has been brilliant with the bat this year. In the ongoing World Cup match against New Zealand, Gill became the fastest batter to reach the 2000-run mark in ODIs, breaking Hashim Amla’s record.<br /></p>AP
3/10:Shubman Gill (IND): 38 innings
<p>Gill took just 38 innings to accomplish this feat, two less than the previous record held by South Africa’s Hashim Amla.<br /><br /><br /></p>AP
4/10:Hashim Amla (SA): 40 innings
<p>The former South African cricketer, Hashim Amla was renowned for his impeccable timing and technique. <br /></p>Getty Images
5/10:Hashim Amla (SA): 40 innings
<p>He was the fastest to reach 2000 runs in ODIs until his record was broken by India’s Shubman Gill. Amla took 40 innings to reach the landmark.<br /></p>Getty Images
6/10:Zaheer Abbas (PAK): 45 innings
<p>Zaheer Abbas was a legendary Pakistani batter and a former captain. He was known for his elegant and classical style of batting. He is the fastest Pakistani batter to get to 2000 runs in 45 ODI innings.<br /></p>
7/10:Kevin Pietersen (ENG): 45 innings
<p>The former England star, Kevin Pietersen was one of the brilliant white-ball cricketers during his era.<br /></p>
8/10:Kevin Pietersen (ENG): 45 innings
<p>Pietersen holds the fastest 2000 runs record among the English batters in ODIs. He took 45 innings to accomplish the feat.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></p>
9/10:Babar Azam (PAK): 45 innings
<p>Babar Azam is considered one of the best batters in the world and has achieved significant milestones in ODIs quickly. He is known for his consistency and stylish stroke play.<br /></p>PTI
10/10:Babar Azam (PAK): 45 innings
<p>Babar took 45 innings to get to 2000 runs in ODIs.<br /></p>APThe list of innings taken by batters to achieve the remarkable 2,000-run milestone in ODIs now stands as follows:
38 - Shubman Gill
40 - Hashim Amla
45 - Zaheer Abbas
45 - Kevin Pietersen
45 - Babar Azam
45 - Rassie van der Dussen
Shubman Gill's ascent to this milestone underscores his burgeoning star status in international cricket, solidifying his role as a pivotal figure in India's formidable batting lineup. His swift journey to the 2,000-run mark stands as a testament to his exceptional talent and the promise he holds as a prominent batsman for the Indian cricket team.
