4Th Test Highlights: Both Gill and Jurel shined in hard-fought victory as India secured an unassailable 3-1 lead
In pursuit of 192, India stumbled from 84/0 to 120/5 before Shubman Gill and Dhruv Jurel steered them to a five-wicket victory.
With Kohli absent for the entire series, KL Rahul missing three Tests, Jadeja out for one, Ashwin sidelined for half a Test, and Bumrah unavailable for the fourth Test, India faced significant talent gaps against England’s ‘Bazballers.’
Yet, it’s Rohit Sharma’s squad that emerged triumphant.
As they head to Dharamsala, one of India’s most picturesque venues anticipates a fitting finale to this exceptional Test series.
With India securing their 17th consecutive Test series win at home, they’re now only behind Australia’s 28.
This series loss marks a disappointing first for Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum.
However, they have an opportunity to salvage their India tour in Dharamsala.
For India, the focus remains on securing a 4-1 series victory.
After a brief respite, the two teams reconvene on the 7th amidst the serene hills.
Stay tuned as we bring you all the action. For now, cheers and goodbye.
Dhruv Jurel, awarded Player of the Match, reflects on his performance: “I adapt to the situation’s demands.
In the first innings, our objective was to accumulate runs knowing we’d bat last, making every run crucial.
Credit to my partners for contributing to our partnerships.
I focused on reacting to the ball without overthinking.
In the second innings, Shubman Gill and I had productive discussions, breaking our targets into 10-run increments to build our partnership effectively.”
Rohit Sharma reflects on the hard-fought series victory: “It’s been a tough series, but ending on the winning side after four Tests feels fantastic.
I’m immensely proud of everyone in the dressing room.
We faced numerous challenges, but I believe we responded admirably.
Each Test presented unique hurdles, but we remained composed and focused on our objectives.
It’s evident that the youngsters are eager to excel.
Their dedication from domestic cricket to the international stage is commendable.
My role, along with Rahul Bhai’s, is to provide a conducive environment where they can thrive without unnecessary pressure.
Dhruv Jurel, in his second Test, displayed remarkable composure and skill, contributing significantly in both innings.
While it’s never ideal to miss key players like Kohli and others, the team responded brilliantly to the external pressure.
Such performances instill confidence and set a solid foundation for a promising career.
Our aim is always to win every Test, regardless of past results.
As we head into the Dharamsala Test, I’m confident that we’ll maintain the same level of determination and composure.
Despite some players being inexperienced in five-match series, their calmness has been impressive.
I’m certain we’ll replicate the same level of performance in the upcoming match.”
Ben Stokes reflects on the Test match: “It was an incredible Test match.
While the scoreboard shows India winning by five wickets, it doesn’t capture the intensity and momentum shifts throughout the game.
I’m immensely proud of my team.
Despite having inexperienced spinners like Bashir and Hartley, they bowled admirably under challenging conditions.
As captain, I encourage the young players to express themselves and thrive in tough situations.
Seeing the emergence of talented youngsters in both teams bodes well for the future of Test cricket.
Yesterday’s play demonstrated the difficulty of batting against quality spinners like Ashwin, Jadeja, and Kuldeep.
Joe Root’s criticism is unwarranted given his monumental achievements in Test cricket, with over 12,000 runs to his name.
Bashir’s performance, with 8 wickets including a 5-fer against India, is truly remarkable considering his limited cricketing experience.
Our aim is always to win series and matches.
Despite being captain for a couple of years, my message remains simple: leave everything on the field and fight hard.
I’m proud of the team’s efforts.”
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