Wed Feb 12 10:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Gill Blasts Century, Sets ODI Record as India Extends Lead Over England
**Ahmedabad, India** – Shubman Gill smashed a stunning century and set a new record in the third ODI between India and England in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. Gill reached his hundred off just 95 balls, punctuated by several elegant boundaries. This impressive performance also saw him become the fastest batsman to reach 2500 ODI runs, achieving the milestone in only 50 innings, surpassing Hashim Amla and Imam-ul-Haq. Former captain Virat Kohli also contributed significantly, scoring 55 runs off 55 balls, recovering from a recent slump in form.
India, already leading the three-match series 2-0, won the toss and elected to bat first. The match continues. This win further cements India’s dominance in the series.
**Other News:**
* **Sajjan Kumar Convicted:** Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar was found guilty in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case by a Delhi court. He will be sentenced on February 18th.
* **’India’s Got Talent’ Controversy:** Social media influencer Apoorva Makhija appeared before the Khar police station in Mumbai in connection with a case filed against the show’s creators and participants for using offensive language.
* **US Teacher Released from Russia:** American school teacher Marc Fogel was released from a Russian prison as part of a prisoner exchange deal.
* **Australia Cricket Team Hit by Injuries:** Australia’s cricket team has been impacted by injuries to key players ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy, with Mitchell Starc being the latest to withdraw.
* **Death of Ayodhya Temple Priest:** Acharya Satyendra Das, the chief priest of the Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya, passed away at the age of 85.
* **Hamas Halts Prisoner Release:** Hamas announced it was halting the release of Israeli hostages, prompting a warning from US President Trump and a threat from Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to end the ceasefire if the hostages are not released by Saturday.
* **Kumbh Mela Continues:** The ongoing Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, saw large crowds gather for the auspicious Maagh Purnima bath on February 12th. Tight security measures were in place following previous incidents.
This news report includes highlights from a longer news broadcast, focusing on the key events.
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