Virat Kohli, the star batsman, expressed his admiration for India's remarkable Test series victory against England, describing it as "phenomenal" and commending the perseverance, determination, and resilience displayed by the youthful team.
India secured a decisive five-wicket triumph over England in the fourth Test held in Ranchi, solidifying their lead to an unassailable 3-1 in the five-match series. The conclusive Test is scheduled to take place in Dharamsala starting March 7.
In his initial cricket-related remarks since becoming unavailable for the Test series due to the birth of his baby boy with actor wife Anushka Sharma on February 15, Kohli took to Twitter to express his jubilation, stating, "YES!!! Phenomenal series win by our young team. Showed grit, determination, and resilience."
Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar attributed the victory to the players' character and mental fortitude, emphasizing their ability to thrive under pressure. He shared his sentiments on 'X', highlighting the team's commendable comeback from challenging situations.
Tendulkar singled out certain players for their exceptional contributions, praising Akashdeep for his impressive Test debut spell, Dhruv Jurel for his astute reading of length and precise footwork, and Kuldeep Yadav for his pivotal performance in the second innings.
He also acknowledged the contributions of seasoned players such as Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Rohit Sharma, as well as Shubman Gill's composed half-century during the chase.
BCCI secretary Jay Shah extended his congratulations to the team for their "outstanding" series victory, emphasizing the leadership prowess of Rohit Sharma, which played a pivotal role in securing India's 17th Test series win at home.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan hailed India's impressive test victory despite the absence of five world-class players, losing the toss, and facing a deficit in the first innings. He commended the emergence of talented young Indian players, foreseeing their significant impact on the cricketing landscape.
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