Yuvraj Singh and Yograj Singh Express Disappointment as Shubman Gill Misses Out on Historic Triple Century in Edgbaston Masterclass

Cricket fans across India were treated to a sensational display of batting brilliance as Shubman Gill produced a magnificent innings of 269 runs during the 2nd Test between India and England at Edgbaston. While his marathon knock laid the foundation for India’s formidable first-innings total of 587 runs, what followed left legends of the game a little heartbroken.

As Gill edged closer to a potential triple century, expectations soared. With just 31 runs standing between him and the historic 300-run milestone, a brief moment of distraction proved costly. An exchange with England’s Harry Brook, followed by a lapse in concentration, saw Gill depart for 269 — a colossal innings nonetheless, but one that fell just short of immortality.

Among those left pained by the missed opportunity were former India cricketers Yuvraj Singh and his father Yograj Singh. Speaking to the media, Yograj expressed both pride in Gill’s phenomenal innings and regret that he couldn’t convert it into a triple century. Yograj remarked that such moments are invaluable in a player’s career, and losing a wicket after a big score should be considered a ‘crime’ for a batsman of Gill’s calibre.

“When you are batting at 200 or 250 not out, staying unbeaten is crucial. All your mistakes are forgiven when you carry your bat through. Even legends like Sachin Tendulkar used to scold themselves after missing out on such opportunities,” Yograj shared.

It wasn’t just Yograj Singh who felt this way. Yuvraj, who has mentored Shubman Gill along with promising talents like Abhishek Sharma and Arshdeep Singh, was equally disappointed. Yograj revealed how Yuvraj has worked closely with Gill on technical aspects, particularly his top-hand control, which showed visible improvement in this innings.

Reflecting on the greats of the game, Yograj cited examples of cricket legends like Brian Lara, who once scored an unbeaten 500, and Sunil Gavaskar, who would leave the nets if dismissed cheaply, to emphasize the importance of seizing such once-in-a-career opportunities.

Gill’s technique, especially his cover drives and head positioning, earned widespread praise. The consistent technical adjustments he’s made under the guidance of mentors like Yuvraj have helped him evolve into one of India’s most reliable batters.

As Yograj concluded: “If Brian Lara can score 500 not out, why can’t we? Shubman Gill has the talent. He needs to keep chasing greatness.