India captain Shubman Gill heaped praise on his bowlers following a dominant win over England at Edgbaston, which helped level the five-match India vs England Test series. The standout performer was Akash Deep, who replaced Jasprit Bumrah and bagged a sensational ten-wicket haul in the match.
Shubman Gill on Akash Deep: “He Bowled with Heart”
While speaking at the post-match presentation, Shubman Gill on Akash Deep expressed admiration for the fast bowler’s ability to move the ball both ways on a relatively flat pitch. “He bowled with so much heart and precision,” Gill stated. “The lengths and areas he hit made the difference.”
The Indian captain further highlighted the effectiveness of Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna. Siraj claimed six wickets in the first innings, while Krishna kept things tight despite limited wickets.
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Jasprit Bumrah Set to Return at Lord’s
During the interaction, Gill also confirmed Jasprit Bumrah’s return for the third Test at Lord’s, scheduled to begin on July 10. Bumrah was rested for the Edgbaston Test but is expected to play two of the final three Tests.
Excitement was evident as Gill mentioned, “Everyone dreams of playing at Lord’s. To captain India there is a massive honour.”
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Shubman Gill Reflects on India’s Bowling Depth and His Own Form
According to Shubman Gill on Akash Deep and team depth, the performance underlined India’s pace strength. “When two of your pacers take 16-17 wickets, the job becomes easier as captain,” he said. “The squad has the best bowlers India has to offer.”
In addition to his leadership, Gill contributed with the bat, scoring 269 and 161, becoming the second-highest run-getter in a Test match after Graham Gooch. “I feel comfortable with my game right now,” Gill said.
India now looks ahead to the Lord’s Test with renewed confidence, aiming to build on the momentum from Edgbaston.
