Shubman Gill leads India to record Test win over Afghanistan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 5:48 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
India secured a dominant innings-and-300-run victory over Afghanistan in a one-off Test in Mullanpur on June 8, 2026. Captain Shubman Gill hailed the win as a near-perfect performance, showcasing the bowlers' ability to take 20 wickets, while emphasizing the importance of a strong first-innings total of 564/8 declared. Debutant Manav Suthar starred with six wickets, supported by four from Washington Sundar and three from Kuldeep Yadav. The result marks India's largest Test victory to date, providing insight into the capabilities of their younger squad amidst transitions in player roles.
- •India declares first innings at 564/8
- •Manav Suthar takes six wickets on debut
- •Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav contribute four and three wickets, respectively
- •India's victory is the largest in Test history
- •Teams engaged in follow-on decision due to extreme heat
- 5:48 PMYahoo Sports — 'We can take 20 wickets anywhere': Shubman Gill after India's biggest-ever Test win
"India captain Shubman Gill hailed his team's dominant innings-and-300-run victory over Afghanistan as a near-perfect performance, highlighting the bowlers' ability to secure 20 wickets. Gill emphasized the importance of posting substantial first-innings totals, like their 564/8 declared, and trusting the bowling attack. The win showcased India's promising future with a young squad.
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