Single? Dating? Shubman Gill sets the record straight on his relationship status

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 26, 2025, 19:51 IST

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Shubman Gill, the Indian and Gujarat Titans batter, has dismissed rumours about his relationships, labeling them as "ridiculous." In an interview, the 25-year-old clarified he's been single for over three years, attributing the gossip to his demanding cricketing schedule. Gill emphasised his focus on his career, stating that his time on the road leaves little room for relationships.

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NEW DELHI: India and Gujarat Titans batter Shubman Gill has put an end to persistent rumours about his personal life, calling the speculation around his relationships "ridiculous." Speaking to Hollywood Reporter India, the 25-year-old clarified that he has been single for over three years and is unfazed by the constant gossip.
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"I've been single for over three years, and so many speculations and rumours link me with different people. Sometimes, it's so ridiculous because I haven't even met the person in my life. It's bizarre," Gill said, addressing the ongoing chatter surrounding his private life.
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Focused solely on his career, Gill explained that his busy cricketing schedule leaves him little room for relationships. "We're on the road for about 300 days a year. There’s hardly any time to be with someone or invest the time needed for a relationship," he stated.
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Gill also opened up about handling crowd chants linking him to various celebrities during matches. He revealed that once he steps onto the field, he is so deeply focused that he barely registers the noise from the stands.

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"When you're batting, you don't hear those chants. You're completely zoned in — thinking about gaps, bowlers, next shots," he explained. "But while fielding, especially near the boundary, you do hear them sometimes."

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Gill’s straightforward comments have once again highlighted his commitment to his craft, as he continues to be one of India's most promising young stars both in international cricket and the IPL.

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