India Secures Historic Victory Over England with Stellar Performances
India Triumphs in Edgbaston Test
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 9: In a remarkable display of skill, India achieved a historic 336-run victory against England at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Former captain Sourav Ganguly praised the outstanding performances of seamers Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj, highlighting the "immense talent" present in Indian cricket.
Akash Deep was instrumental in India's success, achieving a remarkable 10-wicket haul during the match. His figures included 4 wickets for 88 runs in the first innings and 6 wickets for 99 runs in the second, marking a standout performance.
Meanwhile, Siraj also excelled, taking 6 wickets for 70 runs in the first innings and 1 for 57 in the second, showcasing his bowling prowess.
Commenting on the talents of Akash Deep and Siraj, Ganguly stated, "Our boys are impressive. While we often mention (Jasprit) Bumrah and (Virat) Kohli, we must recognize the depth of talent in India. Akash Deep is exceptional, Siraj is impressive, and players like Shubman and Yashasvi are also noteworthy. There is a wealth of talent in this country."
The match was marked by a historic batting performance from captain Shubman Gill, alongside Akash Deep's ten-wicket haul, as India ended their winless streak at Birmingham, leveling the five-match series at 1-1. This victory also marked India's first win at Edgbaston after seven losses and a draw.
In this second Test, Shubman Gill took charge of the batting, especially after his team faced two collapses in Leeds. He played a captain's innings, scoring an impressive 269 runs off 387 balls. In his second innings, he showcased a more aggressive approach, scoring 161 runs off just 162 balls against England's inexperienced pace attack.
On the bowling front, Akash Deep silenced England's top order in the first innings with figures of 4/88. In the second innings, he intensified his efforts, claiming crucial wickets of Joe Root, Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith, and Harry Brook, effectively derailing England's chase of a challenging 608-run target, finishing with 6/99.