Shubman Gill will be facing Pakistan for the fifth time in international cricket after the Asia Cup (twice) and the ODI World Cup in 2023, and the Champions Trophy 2025. Gill is an aggressive top-order batter with his elegant strokeplay, which was evident in his performance in the Men in Blue’s opening match against the hosts, UAE, playing an unbeaten innings of 20 off just 9 balls to help the defending champions chase down a mere 58-run target in 4.3 overs.

If India’s white-ball vice-captain continues his current form, Gill could play a pivotal role at the top order of the batting line-up, providing Team India with explosive starts and setting the tone against Pakistan’s bowling attack in the high-stakes and crucial Asia Cup clash. Shubman Gill has a decent record against Pakistan in international cricket, scoring 130 runs, including a fifty, at an average of 32.50 in 4 innings.