Head coach Gautam Gambhir expressed his elation after India's thrilling six-run victory over England at The Oval, leveling the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-2. Gambhir's passionate celebrations, including being lifted by bowling coach Morne Morkel, reflected the significance of the win, which marked India's first fifth-Test victory abroad and their first drawn series under his leadership.
Gambhir emphasized the team-first ideology he aims to instill in the Test side, highlighting the collective effort and fight displayed by the players throughout the series. This victory comes as a significant boost for Gambhir, who has faced pressure following a string of disappointing results since taking over as coach.
The win at The Oval not only levels the series but also signifies a potential turning point for India under Gambhir's guidance. His focus on team unity and collective responsibility suggests a renewed approach and a determination to build a stronger and more consistent Test team.
“It's going to be the ideology of this Test team, where it won't be about individual-centric, it will be about the team.”