Shubman Gill's meteoric rise in world cricket is set to be officially recognized by the BCCI at the upcoming ‘Naman Awards’ in New Delhi on March 15, 2026. The 26-year-old batting sensation will be conferred with the prestigious Polly Umrigar Award for the Best International Cricketer (2025), marking the second time in his career he has secured this top honor after his first win in 2023.
The year 2025 was truly the “Year of Gill,” as he finished as the world's most prolific batter with 1,764 international runs across all formats at a stellar average of 49.00. His dominance was most visible in Test cricket, where he amassed 983 runs, including a sensational 754 runs in the high-voltage series against England. Having stepped into the leadership role as India's Test and ODI captain, Gill's consistency under pressure has solidified his status as the future of Indian cricket. Joining him on the pedestal will be legendary coach Rahul Dravid, who is set to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award, making the Naman Awards 2026 a landmark celebration of Indian cricketing excellence.