Shubman Gill falls for 77 as India’s first wicket falls in 3rd ODI vs England

Shubman Gill departs for 77 as India’s top order stumbles in Ahmedabad

On Sunday, 19 July 2026, Shubman Gill opened India’s innings against England in the 3rd ODI at the Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad and departed for 77 off 89 balls. His dismissal marked the first wicket of the chase after India chose to bat first.

What happened in the 3rd ODI?

England won the toss and put India in to bat under cloudy skies in Ahmedabad. Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal started cautiously before Gill shifted gears in the middle overs. He reached his half-century in the 28th over, lifting three sixes in the slog phase. But just as the run rate climbed past 6.5, Gill edged a wide delivery from Jacob Bethell to slip. The partnership had added 112 in 22 overs.

Why it matters for Shubman Gill

Gill’s 77 is his third fifty-plus score in the current England series. His ability to anchor the top order has kept India’s total competitive despite early pressure. The departure leaves a hole at the top, with Virat Kohli now walking in to steady the ship. For Gill, the innings reinforces his role as India’s preferred Test opener even in ODIs.

What comes next?

England will target a total around 280-300 to keep their series hopes alive. If they falter, India could seal the series 3-0. The next session will decide whether Gill’s effort translates into a match-winning platform or a platform for a late England fightback.

India 1/112 (23 overs): Shubman Gill c Bairstow b Bethell 77 (89) | England need 278 more in 27 overs.