Shubman Gill, a rising star who just won the latest Yo-Yo fitness test with an astounding 18.7, has given fans a new cause to speak about him. By doing so, Gill has not only established himself as one of the fittest cricketers competing on the world stage but has also surpassed the previous record held by India’s Virat Kohli, whose Yo-Yo test result was recently revealed to be 17.2.
Yo-Yo test results: Shubman Gill takes over Victor Kohli
This demanding examination, which is regarded as an essential gauge of a player’s stamina and fitness, was conducted in advance of the eagerly anticipated Asia Cup in 2023. The outcomes demonstrate Gill’s commitment to both his on-field performance and off-field training program.
The right-hander, who is renowned for his graceful batting style, will be an essential part of the Indian team in forthcoming competitions like the Asia Cup and the World Cup 2023 because of his improved fitness levels.
In cricketing circles, the Yo-Yo test has been the subject of controversies and disputes ever since it was introduced during Kohli’s leadership, after the MS Dhoni period. Players must get a minimum score of 16.5 to qualify, which is a high bar that has caused even some of the most well-known cricketers to falter and fail to make important squad choices.
A BCCI source who spoke to PTI under the condition of anonymity clarified the importance of the test findings.
“The results of the yo-yo test, which measures aerobic endurance fitness, may vary based on when you last played and how much exercise you performed the week before.. With a score of 18.7, Gill is now the record holder. According to the report, the majority of the players had scores between 16.5 and 18.”
While Gill’s Yo-Yo test score is causing some controversy in the cricket world, all eyes are now on India’s opening Asia Cup 2023 match against archrival Pakistan on September 2 in Pallekele.
The top ten cricketers in terms of yo-yo test scores
Cricket has evolved beyond bat and ball, and fitness has become increasingly significant. Elite athletes are now differentiated not just by their abilities on the pitch but also by their athleticism and stamina. This was once again demonstrated by Indian batsman Virat Kohli, who recently demonstrated his incredible level of fitness during the Yo-Yo test.
The Yo-Yo test is not only a run, for those who are not familiar. Players must dart between markers spaced 20 meters apart in this strenuous cardiovascular fitness test, with each run requiring faster speeds.
It’s a test that distinguishes between the excellent and the great, and only those with exceptional fortitude and spirit can succeed in it. Many cricketing boards across the world now follow this approach as normal procedure. The tough criteria established by the Indian management are demonstrated by the fact that a score of 16.5 is regarded as the minimum need for a player to even be considered for national selection.
In the middle of this, Kohli, who always sets the pace and never follows, stepped up and not only reached but also beyond the standard. He once more reaffirmed his dedication to upholding elite fitness standards as he recorded a score of 17.2.
But which cricket players actually raised the bar high in this fitness test? The top 10 cricket players in terms of Yo-Yo test scores are examined in depth below.
| S.No | Player Name | Yo-Yo test Score |
| 1 | Shan Masood | 22.1 |
| 2 | Jonny Bairstow | 21.8 |
| 3 | Mayank Agarwal | 20.1 |
| 4 | Mayank Dagar | 19.3 |
| 5 | Beth Langston | 19.2 |
| 6 | Kagiso Rabada | 19.2 |
| 7 | Mohammad Rizwan | 19.2 |
| 8 | Manish Pandey | 19.2 |
| 9 | Virat Kohli | 19 |
| 10 | Hardik Pandya | 19 |