The England-India Test cricket series, held over 25 days, concluded as one of the most memorable contests in recent history, with India leveling the series against England. India, led by captain Shubman Gill in his first series as Test captain, demonstrated remarkable resilience and fighting spirit despite the absence of senior players such as Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, and Jasprit Bumrah at critical moments, including the final match at The Oval. Gill's leadership and batting prowess drew comparisons to Kohli's grit, earning praise from cricket experts and former players alike. Fast bowler Mohammed Siraj emerged as a standout performer, topping the wicket charts and playing a pivotal role in India's performance, with accolades from cricket legends including Sachin Tendulkar. The series featured several notable moments, including Siraj's match-winning spells and exceptional fielding efforts by players such as Joe Root. Discussions have also focused on the future prospects of India's Test coach Gautam Gambhir and the promising outlook for Indian cricket under the leadership of Gill and Gambhir. The series was widely regarded as a high-quality contest, showcasing intense competition and entertainment, and is expected to have a lasting impact on the teams and the World Test Championship 2027 context.
Standing for the national anthem on the opening day of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, Karun Nair felt goosebumps run down his arms 🇮🇳 Full interview: https://t.co/6eRPjNqTqK https://t.co/qm0UOp9TV7
Standing for the national anthem on the opening day of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, Karun Nair felt goosebumps run down his arms 🥹 🇮🇳 Full interview: https://t.co/6eRPjNqTqK https://t.co/YEQwZQH86i
Siraj takes the early lead ✨ https://t.co/IszvGMKGkM