Shubman Gill's stellar performance in the drawn Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy has sparked comparisons with Virat Kohli's 2018 tour. Gill amassed 754 runs, surpassing Kohli's series total, but Kohli's innings was played in tougher conditions. While Gill's series was exceptional, Kohli's resilience in 2018 remains a testament to his fighting spirit.
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