Shubman Gill to join Basketball icon Stephen Curry at 'Made by Google' event in New York

Google is set to bring together technology, sports and entertainment at its Made by Google hardware event in New York on August 12. The event is expected to feature several well-known personalities and will focus on the launch of Google’s latest Pixel devices.

Comedian and former late-night host Trevor Noah will host the event, according to The Verge. His involvement continues Google’s recent trend of adding popular entertainment figures to its hardware launches, making the event more appealing to a global audience.

The event will also be special for Indian cricket fans, as Shubman Gill is set to join basketball icon Stephen Curry. Gill’s appearance alongside the NBA star is expected to attract significant attention ahead of the Made by Google event.

Trevor Noah to host star-studded Made by Google 2026 with Gill, Curry & more

Trevor Noah is set to host the star-studded Made by Google 2026 event in New York City. The event will begin at 6 pm ET on August 12, which means it will start at 3:30 am IST on August 13 in India. The timing marks a change from the usual morning slots used for major technology launches.

Noah will take over as host from Jimmy Fallon, who presented the 2025 edition. Last year’s event had a strong entertainment feel, and Google appears ready to continue with the same approach this year. The company’s teaser has already hinted at a star-filled line-up.

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Indian cricketer Shubman Gill, Japanese actress Ayami Nakajo and NBA star Stephen Curry are among the personalities expected to feature at the event. Gill and Nakajo have previously appeared in Pixel campaigns, while Curry serves as a Google Performance Advisor. Cooper and Noah are also set to bring their shows to YouTube.

From Pixel Ads to the big stage — Why Google picked Shubman Gill for this event

Google’s decision to feature Shubman Gill at its Made by Google event is not surprising, considering his growing popularity beyond cricket. The Indian captain has already appeared in Google Pixel campaigns, including the latest Pixel 10 campaign in India, where he is seen in a series of everyday situations. Veteran actor Boman Irani provides the voiceover for the campaign, which carries the message of asking more from your phone.

Gill’s strong performances on the cricket field have also added to his appeal. He will enter the Sri Lanka Test series in excellent form and has an impressive record as India’s Test captain. In nine matches, Gill has scored 1,076 runs in 15 innings at an outstanding average of 82.76. His performances have further strengthened his profile among Indian sports fans.

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The Indian captain has also partnered with several major brands across sports, fashion, grooming, finance, technology, fitness and lifestyle. His brand associations include Nike, MRF, JBL, Gillette, CEAT, Tata Capital, BharatPe, Casio, MuscleBlaze, Mercedes-Benz India, Coca-Cola India and others. These partnerships have helped establish Gill as one of India’s most marketable athletes.

Fans react as Shubman Gill set to share stage with Stephen Curry

Fans are excited after Shubman Gill was announced as one of the stars set to feature alongside basketball icon Stephen Curry at the Made by Google event. The Indian cricket captain’s appearance with the NBA star has created a lot of interest among sports fans.

Gill’s growing popularity beyond cricket has also made his appearance special. He has featured in Google Pixel campaigns and has become one of the most recognised young athletes in India. Sharing the stage with Curry will give fans a chance to see two major sports personalities together. Here is how the players reacted:

The event is set to take place in New York on August 12. Fans are now looking forward to seeing Gill and Curry together, while many are also excited to watch the star-studded Google event and learn more about the company’s latest products.