Gill ODI centuries
7+
Still early in his career.
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Can Shubman Gill Surpass Virat Kohli?
Shubman Gill is the next big thing in Indian cricket. But can he actually surpass Virat Kohli's legendary career?
Shubman Gill has the talent to have a great career, but surpassing Virat Kohli's 50 ODI centuries and 26,000+ international runs is highly unlikely. Kohli is a once-in-a-generation player.
Quick Answer
Shubman Gill can have a great career, but surpassing Virat Kohli's records is unlikely. Kohli's peak was extraordinary, and Gill would need to maintain a 50+ average for 15+ years.
Kohli ODI centuries at same age
30+
Kohli was already a legend.
Verdict
Partly
Can Shubman Gill surpass Virat Kohli?
Gill has the talent but Kohli's records are extraordinary. Gill can have a great career but surpassing Kohli is unlikely.
What supports this verdict
- The strongest evidence supports the core of the answer.
- Gill has the talent but Kohli's records are extraordinary. Gill can have a great career but surpassing Kohli is unlikely.
What weakens this verdict
- The claim is not official or absolute.
- Counter-evidence prevents a clean yes or no verdict.
Analyst Comparison
Gill vs Kohli at same age (26)
| Metric | Kohli at 26 | Gill at 26 |
|---|---|---|
| ODI centuries | 30+ | 7+ |
| Test centuries | 15+ | 4+ |
| ODI average | 55+ | 45+ |
| Total international runs | 8,000+ | 3,500+ |
Gill's strengths
Shubman Gill is technically sound. He has a solid defense and plays all shots.
He has already scored a double century in ODIs, showing his ability to convert starts.
He is young. At 26, he has time to develop into a world-class batter.
He has the backing of the Indian team management.
Why surpassing Kohli is nearly impossible
Kohli had 30+ ODI centuries at 26. Gill has 7+.
Kohli averaged 55+ at 26. Gill averages 45+.
Kohli played 100+ ODIs at 26. Gill has played 50+.
To surpass Kohli, Gill would need to score 50+ ODI centuries. He would need 43 more centuries in the next 10 years at 4+ per year.
Kohli also has 80+ international centuries. Gill would need 70+ more.
The gap is too large.
Evidence Scorecard
Evidence from career data
Here is what the numbers show:
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Kohli had 30+ ODI centuries at age 26, Gill has 7+
Statistics
Kohli's peak average was 55+, Gill's is 45+
Statistics
Gill has time to improve (26 years old)
Career Record
No one has matched Kohli's 50 ODI centuries
Career Record
Comparison
A different kind of greatness
Gill does not need to surpass Kohli to be a great player. He can carve his own path and be remembered as one of India's finest batters. Comparing everyone to Kohli is unfair.
Verdict
The bottom line
Shubman Gill can have a fantastic career, but surpassing Virat Kohli's records is highly unlikely. Kohli is a once-in-a-generation player. Gill should focus on building his own legacy.
FAQs
Is Shubman Gill better than Kohli at the same age?
No. Kohli had more runs and centuries at the same age.
Can Gill break Kohli's records?
Unlikely. Kohli's 50 ODI centuries and 80+ total centuries are very hard to break.
How many centuries does Gill have?
7+ ODI centuries as of 2026.
What is Gill's potential?
He can be India's next great batter, but not necessarily surpass Kohli.
More FAQs
Is Shubman Gill better than Kohli at the same age?
No. Kohli had more runs and centuries at the same age.
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