However, a sudden flurry of wickets meant that England had their tails up when Gill was joined by Jurel in the middle. A jubiliant Indian cricket team coach, Rahul Dravid, hugs batter Shubman Gill after the team’s victory over England. Gill, Jurel grind England out of the seriesMonday’s hard-fought victory gave India a record-extending 17th successive home series win. The aggressive field did help England make a comeback, but it didn't last long, as Gill and Jurel blunted the threat. Gill scored 39 runs in 119 balls before suddenly unleashing two sixes in three balls to get to a half-century in 123 deliveries.

Source: Punch February 27, 2024 09:54 UTC