Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill believes that T20 cricket is close to a stage where teams could start scoring 300 in an innings in the IPL. He also spoke about what makes IPL this popular, listing the Impact Player rule and the constantly emerging talents as some of the aspects. Gill was speaking in an interview with JioHotstar ahead of the IPL’s 2025 season which begins on Saturday. The Titans will take on Punjab Kings at home on Tuesday, March 25. He started captaining the franchise last season and has been one of the most elegant and popular players in the league since his debut in 2018. “The pace of the game has reached a point where it feels like we could score 300 in a match. Last year, we came very close on a few occasions. The Impact Player rule adds excitement and makes the IPL even more entertaining. One of the best aspects of the IPL is that every day, a new player emerges as a star.” “You constantly witness underrated talents delivering exceptional performances. The tournament’s structure, with frequent matches and travel, keeps players engaged. If you’re winning, the momentum carries you forward, with three, four, or even five consecutive victories. However, injuries can make things difficult. “When one or two key players are injured, finding suitable replacements becomes a challenge. Despite these hurdles, IPL remains the most thrilling cricketing event, and every season brings something new for players and fans alike,” said Gill to JioHotstar. Speaking about captaincy, Gill further explained how he mentally divides his responsibilities as a leader and as arguably the team’s most important batter. “As a batsman, when you’re on the field, you just need to focus on your batting. If you start thinking about your leadership responsibilities while batting, it can take you away from your best game. Batting is an individual battle between you and the bowler, whereas fielding is a collective effort. Leadership plays a bigger role in fielding and team strategy,” Gill said. “When I bat, whether I am the captain or not, my job remains the same – to win matches for my team. Last year, there were times when I overthought things, which affected my performance. The key takeaway for me has been to separate captaincy from batting and approach my game with a clear mindset,” he concluded.