Indian captain Shubman Gill rewrote the history books in Guwahati during the second ODI against West Indies, orchestrating an astonishing display of power hitting while pursuing a monumental target of 406 runs. The 27-year-old opener raced to a double hundred in only 117 deliveries, establishing the fastest double century ever recorded in one-day international cricket. This monumental innings marked his second career double ton in the fifty-over format, having previously reached the milestone against New Zealand at Hyderabad back in January 2023.
Joining Rohit Sharma in an Elite Multi-Double Century Club
Prior to this encounter, Rohit Sharma stood alone as the sole batter in ODI history with multiple double centuries, having crossed the 200-run threshold three times across his career against Australia in 2013 and Sri Lanka in both 2014 and 2017. Gill's latest exhibition now places him as only the second cricketer worldwide to register more than one double hundred in ODIs. Furthermore, by pushing his tally to 202 runs, Gill eclipsed Glenn Maxwell's benchmark of 201 to claim the highest individual score during a run chase in ODI history.
Fastest Double Centuries in ODI History
- Shubman Gill: 117 balls
- Ishan Kishan: 126 balls
- Glenn Maxwell: 128 balls
- Pathum Nissanka: 136 balls
- Chris Gayle: 138 balls
Blistering Century and Massive Opening Stand
Right from the start of the steep pursuit, Gill dismantled the bowling lineup, reaching his century in a brisk 62 deliveries. Accelerating even further, he reached the 150-run mark in just 89 balls, obliterating the previous benchmark set by Ishan Kishan, who had taken 103 balls to score 150 against Bangladesh in 2022. Alongside fellow opener Rohit Sharma, Gill constructed an authoritative 255-run opening stand, which stands as the second-highest partnership for the first wicket by an Indian pair in ODIs. Rohit contributed 101 runs off 75 deliveries before departing, yet his dismissal did nothing to stall Gill's relentless scoring pace.
Crucial Acceleration With Virat Kohli
Following Rohit's departure, Virat Kohli joined the skipper at the crease, ensuring that the required run rate remained well within control. The duo combined for a swift 65-run partnership occupying only 35 balls. Kohli produced a quick 29 off 19 deliveries before attempting a boundary stroke that was brilliantly hauled in by Sherfane Rutherford. Despite the fielding breakthrough, Gill continued to dictate terms, keeping relentless pressure on the West Indies bowlers throughout the chase.
