"Jassi Ne Run Up Mark Kar Liya Tha": Gautam Gambhir Hilariously Trolls Shubman Gill After Breaking Toss Jinx

Shubman Gill finally ended his painful toss-losing streak on Friday, October 10, 2025, winning his first coin flip as India's Test captain in his seventh attempt during the second Test against West Indies at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. What followed was priceless banter as head coach Gautam Gambhir and the entire Indian team, including Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj, hilariously trolled their young skipper for breaking what had become an embarrassing record.

The Toss Curse Finally Breaks

When Gill walked out for the toss alongside West Indies captain Roston Chase, few in the Indian camp expected anything different from what had become routine—another loss. Chase called "heads," but for once, Lady Luck smiled on Gill as the coin landed on "tails." The 26-year-old couldn't hide his joy, doing a subtle fist pump before telling broadcaster Murali Kartik that India would bat first.

This seventh Test marked the joint-second longest streak any captain has endured before winning their first toss in Test cricket history, matching New Zealand's Tom Latham. Only New Zealand's Bevan Congdon (7 Tests) took longer. Gill's six consecutive losses had come during five matches in England's Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series and one in the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad.

Gambhir's Perfect Comic Timing

As Gill walked back toward his teammates after the toss ceremony, the entire Indian camp erupted in laughter and mock celebration. Head coach Gautam Gambhir, overseeing proceedings at his home ground, delivered the day's best line with perfect comic timing.

"Jassi ne toh run up mark kar liya tha."

Translation: "Bumrah had already marked his bowling run-up."

The joke landed perfectly because it captured exactly what the bowlers had been doing—preparing to bowl first yet again, having completely lost faith in their captain's toss fortunes. The comment suggested the pacers were so certain of losing the toss that they'd begun their pre-bowling routines before the coin even landed.

Bumrah Joins the Roast

Not to be outdone, India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah added his own contribution to the playful roasting.

"Even Miyaan (Mohammed Siraj) marked his run-up."

This follow-up doubled down on the joke, implying that not just Bumrah but the entire pace attack—including Mohammed Siraj, affectionately called "Miyaan"—had resigned themselves to bowling first and were mentally and physically prepared for it. The bowlers' mock disappointment at having to bat first instead created hilarious optics for fans watching.

Team's Reaction Captured on Video

The BCCI's social media team captured the entire exchange on video, offering rare insight into the team's inside jokes and camaraderie. The footage showed:

• Axar Patel rushing to congratulate Gill first, celebrating sarcastically as if they'd won the match itself

• Ravindra Jadeja laughing and shaking his head in disbelief

• Multiple support staff members wearing huge smiles

• Gambhir grinning widely as he greeted his captain

• The entire squad in fits of laughter at the unexpected outcome

Someone in the background could be heard shouting "Well done, Gill!" while others simply couldn't contain their amusement at the historic moment.

Gill's Relaxed Response

Despite being the subject of good-natured teasing, Gill handled the banter with grace and even joined in the joke himself. Speaking to Kartik at the toss, he displayed a philosophical attitude about his toss record.

"Out of the seven Tests, we got what we wanted in four of them. We wanted to bowl in the previous match, and we got to bowl. Now, batting in this one. Toss se farak nahi hai, jo chaiye wo milega."

Translation: "The toss doesn't matter; we'll get what we want."

This mature response showed Gill's understanding that despite losing six consecutive tosses, India had still managed to achieve their preferred approach in several matches. In the first Test at Ahmedabad, for instance, India lost the toss but were sent in to field—exactly what they would have chosen anyway.

The Perfect Batting Platform

Gill's decision to bat first after winning the toss proved vindicated as India dominated Day 1 completely. The unchanged playing XI from Ahmedabad put on a commanding performance:

• Yashasvi Jaiswal: Unbeaten 173 off 253 balls (22 fours, 4 sixes)

• Sai Sudharsan: 87 off 165 balls

• KL Rahul: 38

• Shubman Gill: Unbeaten 20

India reached 318/2 at stumps in 90 overs, with Jaiswal and Gill set to resume on Day 2. Left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican (2/60) was the only West Indies bowler to make breakthroughs, dismissing both Rahul and Sudharsan.

Historical Context

This was India's first home Test series since 2010 without the presence of at least one of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, or Ravichandran Ashwin—all of whom had retired from Test cricket earlier in 2025. The transitional team under Gill's leadership had already proven their mettle with a 2-2 draw in England and an innings-and-140-run victory in Ahmedabad.

Why the Toss Mattered

While Gill correctly noted that the toss doesn't always determine outcomes, winning it in Delhi on a flat batting surface was crucial. The Arun Jaitley Stadium pitch traditionally offers good value for shots on Day 1 before assisting spinners from Day 3 onwards. Batting first allowed India to build a massive total and put West Indies under immense pressure following on from their Ahmedabad collapse.

Team Spirit on Display

What made this moment special wasn't just Gill breaking his toss jinx, but the obvious camaraderie and team spirit it revealed. Gambhir's joke, Bumrah's addition, and the entire squad's laughter demonstrated a relaxed, confident unit enjoying each other's company. This kind of dressing room atmosphere often translates into on-field success—something India has been experiencing under Gill's captaincy despite his toss troubles.

The playful trolling also showed the respect the senior players have for their young captain. Rather than genuine criticism, the banter reflected affection and relief that Gill could finally tick this box off his captaincy resume.

Looking Ahead

With the toss monkey finally off his back, Gill could focus entirely on leading India to a series sweep. The match situation at stumps on Day 1—318/2 with two set batsmen—put the hosts in a commanding position to build on their 1-0 lead.

For Gambhir, coaching at his home ground where he enjoyed tremendous success as a player, the moment must have been particularly satisfying. His ability to keep the atmosphere light while maintaining intensity reflected his coaching philosophy of creating a pressure-free environment where players can express themselves.