Shubman Gill shines with 154 as India takes series lead against Afghanistan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 6:35 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Shubman Gill scored 154 runs in Lucknow, leading India to a series-clinching ODI victory over Afghanistan. His innings, alongside Ishan Kishan's 125, contributed to India's total of 402. Gill's recent performance reflects a significant improvement in his captaincy confidence, according to Sunil Gavaskar. India's young bowlers, including Gurnoor Brar, played a key role in dismissing Afghanistan for 232. The win gives India a 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.
- •Gill scored 154 runs, continuing his impressive batting form.
- •Ishan Kishan added 125 runs, forming a 224-run partnership with Gill.
- •India set a total of 402 runs in Lucknow.
- •Gurnoor Brar took important wickets, helping to dismiss Afghanistan for 232.
- •India leads the ODI series 2-0 with one match remaining.
- 6:35 PMYahoo Sports — 'You'll be criticised for captaincy as well': Gavaskar's candid verdict on Shubman Gill
"Shubman Gill's exceptional batting form continued with a magnificent 154, leading India to an ODI series win against Afghanistan. His stellar performance, coupled with a strong showing from young pacers like Gurnoor Brar, earned praise from Sunil Gavaskar, who highlighted the positive impact of personal form on captaincy.
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