India, April 8 -- Shubman Gill has entered the ongoing IPL season with something to prove, having been left out of India's T20 World Cup squad at the last moment. The team went with a combination tailored for an ultra-aggressive batting line-up, leaving Gill on the sidelines. Questions over his strike rate have often influenced the team's batting order in T20Is, and the spotlight is now firmly on him to reaffirm his credentials in the IPL.

He began the season positively, scoring 39 runs against Punjab Kings at a strike rate of 144.44. He missed the second match due to a minor injury but is now eager to make a statement. His next challenge comes against Delhi Capitals on Wednesday night, where he will be under pressure to deliver a perfor...