Bhubaneswar, Feb. 21 -- Currently, Shubman Gillis living the life of a king. Riding on his purple patch, the new No. 1 ODI batsman is consistently scoring runs for India, a fact evident during the Champions Trophy 2025 clash between India and Bangladesh. At the Dubai International Stadium, Gill notched up his eighth ODI century, soaking in the applause as he guided India to their first victory in the tournament.

On a sluggish surface, Gill, widely known for his power-hitting, showcased another dimension of his game by playing according to the situation. Praising his adaptability, former Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez remarked:

"For the past three years, since Shubman Gill came into this Indian side, he has been trying to be the ne...