The Indian cricket team scripted history with its first-ever Test match victory at Edgbaston, Birmingham on Sunday. India broke 58-year long jinx of not winning any match at the venue in the format. The side completely outplayed England by 336 runs to bag the honour and level the five-match series 1-1. India’s star player Virat Kohli took to social media to praise the performance of the visiting side and also lauded Gill for his impact in the game. He also had two special mentions in the form of Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj.
Shubman Gill shone with scores of 269 and 161 while fast bowler Akash Deep also impressed with figures of 4 for 88 and 6 for 99 during the match. Mohammed Siraj also bowled well, as he registered a six-wicket haul (6 for 70) in the first innings, while picking up one wicket (1 for 57) in the second.
Great victory for India at Edgbaston. Fearless and kept pushing England to the wall. Brilliantly led by Shubhman with the bat and in the field and impactful performances from everyone. Special mention to Siraj and Akash for the way they bowled on this pitch,” wrote Kohli on X.