• Shubman Gill involved in a disastrous run out with Kuldeep Yadav on Day 4 of the Rajkot Test.

  • Gill fell just nine runs short of a well-deserved century.

IND vs ENG: Fans mercilessly roast Kuldeep Yadav after Shubman Gill’s unfortunate run-out on Day 4 of the Rajkot Test
Kuldeep Yadav and Shubman Gill (Image Source: Twitter)

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In a gripping encounter during the first session on Day 4 of the third Test between India and England at Rajkot’s Niranjan Shah Stadium, budding talent Shubman Gill came tantalizingly close to achieving a well-deserved century. However, his dreams were shattered by a run-out, leaving the youngster visibly distraught.

Unusual role: Shubman Gill playing second fiddle

In a surprising turn of events during the penultimate day of the third Test, Gill took on an uncharacteristic role of playing second fiddle to nightwatchman Kuldeep Yadav, who was striking the ball well. Resuming his innings from an overnight score of 65, Gill’s focus was on ensuring India didn’t lose early wickets as he formed a budding partnership with Kuldeep.

Miscommunication between Gill and Kuldeep Yadav

Nevertheless, in a pivotal moment, a miscommunication between Kuldeep and Gill led to the latter’s heartbreaking dismissal just nine runs short of a well-deserved century. On the final ball of the 64th over, Kuldeep, attempting to take on Tom Hartley‘s delivery, could only manage to send the ball towards the mid-on region. Already far down the pitch, Kuldeep took a couple more steps, inadvertently encouraging Gill to go for the risky single.

Ben Stokes’ precision

England skipper Ben Stokes, quick to collect the ball, unleashed a precise throw towards the non-striker’s end. Despite Gill’s valiant effort with a full-length dive, the untimely realization of the mishap and execution of the turn proved futile as wicketkeeper Hartley swiftly whipped off the bails, leaving Gill distraught and falling short of his well-deserved century.

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Fans disbelief: Social media eruption

Gill’s unexpected run-out left fans in disbelief, with many taking to social media to express their frustration. Interestingly, some fans couldn’t help but roast Kuldeep for unintentionally contributing to the dismissal of Gill, who seemed poised for a remarkable innings

Here’s how Twitter reacted:

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