‘Worth its weight in gold’: Former Indian cricketer defends Shubman Gill amid fan criticism

Gill was the top scorer for India as the team posted 167 runs on a tough pitch at the Carrara Oval a venue where India had never played before. After India’s 48-run win, former pacer Varun Aaron praised Gill and defended him, saying that players like him are very important, especially when batting conditions are challenging.

“When people raise questions about Shubman Gill being in the T20 setup, it never makes sense to me,” Aaron stated, speaking on Star Sports.

“The thing with Gill is that when conditions don’t favour batting, you can always put your money on Shubman Gill because of his technique, because of his poise, and because of his game awareness. He knows exactly what the wicket offers, what kind of stroke play, and he plays according to that. You need somebody like him in the T20 setup,” Aaron added.

“This is what he gives you when everybody else fails on a wicket that is slightly difficult compared to the other wickets in this whole series. He gives you a 46, which is worth its weight in gold,” Aaron concluded.