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    IPL 2023: Twitter Erupts in Admiration as Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli Hits Back-to-Back Hundreds

    Mohan NasreBy Mohan NasreMay 22, 2023
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    In a high-octane clash between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT), it was GT who emerged victorious, chasing down the target of 198 runs with ease and knocking RCB out of the tournament. But it was the young and talented Shubman Gill who stole the show with his breathtaking century, leaving fans and Twitterati in awe of his brilliant performance.

    Shubman Gill

    Gill’s knock of 104 runs off just 52 balls, comprising 5 fours and an astounding 8 sixes, showcased his sheer dominance over the opposition. Alongside him, Vijay Shankar also played a crucial role, contributing a handy knock of 53 runs in 34 balls, including 7 fours and 2 sixes. Their partnership of 123 runs in 71 balls proved to be invaluable in GT’s successful run chase.

    Also Read: IPL 2023: Hardik Pandya Hails GT’s Calmness and Character in Nail-Biting Finish against RCB

    Even though there was a bit of drama in the last over, Shubman Gill held his nerve and smashed a six off Wayne Parnell’s bowling to seal the victory for GT. It was a fitting end to an extraordinary innings that left fans breathless.

    Also Read: 4 Batters Who Achieved Consecutive Centuries in the Indian Premier League

    While GT’s batting display was remarkable, credit must also be given to Mohammed Siraj and Harshal Patel, who took 3 wickets between them and bowled economically. However, the rest of the RCB bowlers were taken to the cleaners, and it seemed like a missed opportunity not to give an over to the partnership-breaking specialist Glenn Maxwell.

    Virat Kohli

    Earlier in the match, it was the vintage Virat Kohli who had shone brightly with a spectacular unbeaten century. Kohli’s knock of 101 runs off 61 balls, including 13 fours and a six, single-handedly propelled RCB to a challenging total of 197-5. Noor Ahmad was the standout bowler for GT, claiming 2 wickets and conceding 39 runs in his 2 overs on a batting-friendly pitch.

    Also Read: IPL 2023: Virat Kohli Creates History by Smashing Back-to-Back Centuries

    However, it was Shubman Gill’s match-winning century that outshined Kohli’s stellar innings. As a result, the Mumbai Indians (MI) secured the final playoffs berth, much to the delight of their fans. Gill’s back-to-back centuries in the IPL sent a clear message that he is a force to be reckoned with and can excel in any format of the game.

    Also Read: IPL 2023: Faf du Plessis Reflects on RCB’s Disappointing Loss to GT, Praises Virat Kohli’s Stellar Season

    With this victory, GT now has 20 points from 14 matches and an impressive net run rate of +0.80, solidifying their position in the playoffs. On the other hand, RCB finished in 6th place on the points table with 14 points and a net run rate of +0.13, bringing an end to their tournament journey.

    Twitter exploded with admiration for Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill’s extraordinary performance, with fans hailing them as a true champion and an inspiration.

    Here are some tweets:

    .@CameronGreen_ & @ShubmanGill batted well for @mipaltan. 😜

    Amazing innings by @imVkohli too to score back-to-back 100’s. They all had their methods & were in the class of their own.

    So happy to see MI in the playoffs. Go Mumbai. 💙 #AalaRe #MumbaiMeriJaan #IPL2023 pic.twitter.com/D5iYacNEqc

    — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) May 21, 2023

    Shubman Gill seals off the chase with a MAXIMUM 👏🏻👏🏻@gujarat_titans finish the league stage on a high 😎#TATAIPL | #RCBvGT pic.twitter.com/bZQJ0GmZC6

    — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 21, 2023

    When Shubman Gill helps you qualify. #RCBvGT pic.twitter.com/oZ7WvIUxzq

    — Sagar (@sagarcasm) May 21, 2023
    https://twitter.com/OverMidWicket/status/1660355705579401218

    Shubman Gill showed his class, what we will witness in the next decade in the international level.

    This day might be a baton passing from Virat to Gill. pic.twitter.com/M19bVvjneF

    — Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 21, 2023

    BACK TO BACK IPL CENTURY FOR SHUBMAN GILL.

    One heck of a knock by Shubman tonight. The ball striking was second to none, unbelievable stuff by Gill. Take a bow, man! pic.twitter.com/Jpyxq3HyHO

    — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 21, 2023

    Shubman Gill said, "hopefully we'll win in Chennai against CSK and make it to our 2nd Final". pic.twitter.com/ryeIk6Cro7

    — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 21, 2023

    BACK-TO-BACK HUNDREDS FOR SHUBMAN GILL AND HE WINS IT FOR GUJARAT WITH A SIX!!https://t.co/8Ox1A2Ravp #IPL2023 #RCBvGT pic.twitter.com/eNrMdlJ5Mm

    — ESPNcricinfo (@ESPNcricinfo) May 21, 2023

    Same, Same, 𝐍𝐎𝐓 Different! 💙@ShubmanGill | #PhariAavaDe | #TATAIPL Playoffs pic.twitter.com/GZOHk7bD36

    — Gujarat Titans (@gujarat_titans) May 22, 2023

    Virat Kohli was simply spectacular to get his 7th IPL hundred but unfortunately didn’t get much support from others today .
    Shubhman Gill was spectacular and got much needed support from Vijay Shankar. Great win for Gujarat and
    Congratulations to Mumbai for making it to the… pic.twitter.com/MuQbU3N0rg

    — Virrender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) May 21, 2023

    𝗨𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 🫡

    Back to Back Hundreds for Virat Kohli in #TATAIPL 2023 👏🏻👏🏻

    Take a bow 🙌 #RCBvGT | @imVkohli pic.twitter.com/p1WVOiGhbO

    — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 21, 2023

    Most runs scored by a pair in an IPL season:

    Virat Kohli and Faf Du Plessis – 939* (2023).
    Virat Kohli and AB De Villiers – 939 (2016).

    – The bond of Virat with a South African! pic.twitter.com/aVLqwkF7jd

    — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 21, 2023

    HISTORY – VIRAT KOHLI HAS SCORED MOST HUNDREDS IN IPL.

    In a must win game, he became the God of RCB, what a player, stand up & salute the master. pic.twitter.com/cSDwP0FGwt

    — Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 21, 2023

    Back to back centuries for Virat Kohli! 🙌 🤌

    Brings up his 7️⃣th IPL Century! There is no competition! G.O.A.T #PlayBold #ನಮ್ಮRCB #IPL2023 #RCBvGT pic.twitter.com/w8xmFqccny

    — Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) May 21, 2023

    Virat Kohli said, "lot of people think my T20 batting is declining, I don't think that at all". pic.twitter.com/6Cueh6G1X4

    — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 21, 2023

    Virat Kohli in IPL 2023:

    82*(49).
    21(18).
    61(44).
    50(34).
    6(4).
    59(47).
    0(1).
    54(37).
    31(30).
    55(46).
    1(4).
    18(19).
    100(63).
    101*(61).

    The GOAT. pic.twitter.com/xCQHsI8O2C

    — Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) May 21, 2023
    https://twitter.com/ImJaiswal_19/status/1660325265220980736

    When the lights are dimmest,
    The pressure is highest,
    The Greatest will survive,
    King Kohli 👑 will thrive.

    Two back to back centuries for Virat Kohli in must win matches for RCB ❤️ pic.twitter.com/EmcNL9KLTJ

    — Aarav (@god_vk18) May 21, 2023
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