India opener Shubman Gill’s much-anticipated return to the T20I side in the Asia Cup 2025 has not gone as planned. After missing the three previous series, fans expected a big impact from the stylish batter. However, his best performance so far came in the Super Four stage, where he managed 47 runs. Against Sri Lanka, Gill struggled once again, failing to make a significant mark at the top of the order.

The Super Four clash between India and Sri Lanka saw an early breakthrough for the Lankans, as Maheesh Theekshana spectacularly removed the Indian opener. It was easily one of the most terrific catches and bowled in recent times.

Theekshana’s Stunning Caught & Bowled
Gill’s innings started positively, hitting spinner Theekshana for a boundary, but the next ball sealed his fate. A fullish delivery, slightly outside the driving zone, tempted Gill into a shot he could not control. The ball took an edge and flew back toward the bowler. Reacting instantly, Theekshana dived to his left and pulled off an absolutely sensational caught & bowled, leaving spectators and the batter himself stunned.

Despite Shubman Gill’s early dismissal, India maintained their dominance, thanks to Abhishek Sharma’s brilliant 61-run knock. It will be interesting to see how many runs the Men in Blue can post.

India Vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Playing XIs
India: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(w), Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka(c), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara