Sun Nov 03 03:33:31 UTC 2024: ## Gill’s Grit Impresses Manjrekar in Mumbai Test

**Mumbai, India** – Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has lauded Shubman Gill’s performance on Day 2 of the third Test match between India and New Zealand, praising the young batter’s commitment to Test cricket.

Gill, who scored 90 runs off 146 balls, displayed remarkable resilience in tough batting conditions, forming a crucial partnership with Rishabh Pant. His ability to tackle the spin attack, a weakness exposed in the previous Test, impressed commentators like Simon Doull.

“For a guy who is a gifted white-ball player, a brand in IPL, Shubman Gill really cares for Test cricket. He wants to succeed in Test matches, and we can see that in the way he played,” Manjrekar said on ESPNcricinfo. “Still work to do against left-arm spin, but he just wanted to hang in there. With just sheer grit, it was great to see that big stars of today’s generation caring about Test cricket.”

This praise comes in stark contrast to Manjrekar’s criticism of Gill’s spin-bowling struggles in the Pune Test. However, Gill’s improved performance in Mumbai, showcasing his determination and commitment to the longer format, has earned him significant praise.

With the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia looming, Gill’s continued development and ability to adapt to challenging conditions will be crucial for India’s success.

At the end of Day 3 in Mumbai, New Zealand holds a 143-run lead with one wicket remaining.

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