Shubman Gill Breaks Mohammad Yousuf’s 19-Year-Old Record for Most Runs by an Asian Batter in a Test Series in England

MANCHESTER:Indian cricket team captain **Shubman Gill** has etched his name in the history books by breaking a **19-year-old record** previously held by Pakistan’s legendary batsman **Mohammad Yousuf**.

Gill achieved this milestone during the **second innings of the fourth Test** against England, where he scored a brilliant **century**—his **fourth of the five-match Test series**. His stellar form has now made him the **highest-scoring Asian batter in a single Test series in England**.

With this latest ton, **Gill’s total in the series has reached 722 runs**, surpassing **Mohammad Yousuf’s 631 runs**, which were scored during a four-match Test series against England in **2006**.

The **fourth Test in Manchester ended in a draw** on Sunday, with England maintaining a **2-1 lead** in the five-match series.

Shubman Gill’s consistent performances have not only boosted India’s batting strength but also underlined his rise as one of the **top Test batsmen globally**. His new record is now the **highest tally by an Asian batter in a single Test series on English soil**, setting a benchmark for future cricketers from the subcontinent.