Widely seen because the ‘subsequent massive factor’ in world cricket, Shubman Gill‘s shares have soared by means of the roof over the previous few months. No matter the format, the opening batter has delivered performances that many at his age can solely think about. Naturally, the batter has drawn comparisons with greats like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli. Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif, throughout a dialogue on the subject, mentioned that comparisons between Gill and Kohli will not be truthful because the latter nonetheless has some ‘weaknesses’.

“Sachin was also a very organised batter. If I compare Sachin and Virat, the latter still has some weaknesses. He was out of form when he went to England (in 2014). James Anderson troubled him a lot outside the off stump and he had not answers to it. He was a total flop in that series,” mentioned Kaif in a chat on Sportskeeda.

Hence, Kaif is of the opinion that comparisons between Gill and Tendulkar are extra apt as each have an analogous method.

“I feel Gill’s technique is similar to Tendulkar. It is very difficult to get him out at this point of time. There seems to be no weakness in his game. Virat and Sachin both are legends. I have played with both, but Kohli has his weaknesses,” he mentioned.

“Gill is on the path of becoming a great like Sachin when it comes to technique and mental strength,” Kaif added.

Having executed wonders again dwelling, each within the nationwide colors and for his IPL franchise Gujarat Titans, Gill would wish to shift focus to the longest format of the sport in difficult English circumstances as India tackle Australia within the closing of the ICC World Test Championship.