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— Shubman Gill (@ShubmanGill) July 14, 2026

Several users suggested the gesture symbolised India's target of winning all three matches, though Gill has not publicly confirmed the meaning behind the post.

The timing of the upload, coming immediately after India's convincing win, only added to the speculation surrounding the captain's message.

India Take Early Control Of ODI Series

India began the three-match series with a comfortable victory over England, taking a 1-0 lead. Gill contributed 40 runs at the top of the order before retiring out after experiencing discomfort, with the move understood to be a precaution rather than a serious injury concern.

The Indian captain looked in control during his stay at the crease as India successfully chased down the target to put England under pressure heading into the second ODI.

England now face a must-win encounter to keep the series alive, while India have the opportunity to seal the trophy in the next match.

Although Gill has remained silent on the meaning behind his three-finger gesture, the post has already fuelled excitement among fans hoping to see India complete a 3-0 clean sweep.