A massive tour is on the horizon. India is heading to Australia, and all eyes are on one man: Shubman Gill. Not only is he the new ODI captain, replacing Rohit Sharma, but he’s also chasing a historic batting milestone that could see him leapfrog Pakistan’s Babar Azam.
Key Takeaways
- Shubman Gill needs 225 runs to reach 3000 ODI runs.
- He could become the 2nd fastest ever, beating Babar Azam (68 innings).
- This is his first series as India’s full-time ODI captain.
- The series against Australia starts October 19, 2025, in Perth.
A New Captain, A Huge Challenge
Yep, you read that right. The BCCI made it official on October 4, 2025 – Shubman Gill is leading the 50-over side now. Talk about a baptism by fire. His very first assignment? Taking on Australia, in their own backyard.
The three-match ODI series kicks off in Perth on October 19, then heads to Adelaide for the second match on October 23, and wraps up in Sydney on October 25. It’s going to be intense.
The Record That’s Up for Grabs
Look, this is a big one. Gill currently has 2775 runs in 55 ODI matches. He needs just 225 more to hit that magic 3000-run mark. If he gets there in the next two matches, he’ll tie South African legend Hashim Amla’s all-time record of reaching the milestone in just 57 matches.
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But here’s the thing. Even if it takes him all three games in Australia, he’ll still become the second-fastest player ever to do it. And that means he would fly past some of the modern greats. Babar Azam took 68 innings. India’s previous best was Shikhar Dhawan, who took 72 innings, and the legendary Virat Kohli needed 75.
Seriously. No Indian player has ever even featured in the top five fastest to 3000 ODI runs. Gill is about to change all that.
More Than Just Runs
This isn’t just about a personal milestone. This is a statement. Gill is already the No. 1 ranked ODI batsman in the world with 784 points, according to the last ICC update on October 14, 2025.
So, imagine this. Taking over the captaincy and then immediately smashing a historic record in your very first series as skipper? It would cement his place as the new leader of Indian cricket’s batting dynasty. It sends a powerful message to every team on the planet.
The Social Media Storm
Fans are already buzzing. The announcement of his captaincy sent shockwaves through social media, and now this potential record is adding fuel to the fire. You’ll see hashtags trending as everyone debates whether he can pull off this incredible double-feat under the immense pressure of an Australia tour.
So, the stage is set. The countdown begins for the first ODI in Perth. Can the new skipper handle the heat and rewrite the record books on Aussie soil? What do you think will happen? Let us know!