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Shikhar Dhawan praised Gautam Gambhir and the coaching staff for India’s resilient performance in the Test series against England. The thrilling final Test saw Mohammed Siraj deliver a match-winning yorker to level the series 2-2. England fought hard but fell short, needing just seven more runs with one wicket left. Dhawan highlighted the team’s off-field efforts as key to their on-field success.

Key Points: Shikhar Dhawan Praises Gautam Gambhir After India Levels England Test Series

  • Dhawan applauds Gambhir’s coaching impact
  • India stages dramatic comeback to level series 2-2
  • Siraj’s decisive yorker seals victory
  • England falls short despite late fightback
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Shikhar Dhawan lauds Gautam Gambhir, support staff after India level series in England

Shikhar Dhawan credits Gautam Gambhir and support staff for India's thrilling Test series comeback against England at The Oval.

"The grit on the field is backed by relentless hours off the field. Kudos to Gautam Gambhir and the entire support staff! – Shikhar Dhawan"

New Delhi, August 7

Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has heaped praise on Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir and the support staff following India's spirited performance that helped level the Test series against England.

Taking to his official X handle, Dhawan credited the team's turnaround to the tireless work put in behind the scenes by Gambhir and his coaching unit.

"The grit on the field is backed by relentless hours off the field. Kudos to Gautam Gambhir and the entire support staff who've worked tirelessly to prepare this team. Your efforts reflected in the strong fightback we witnessed!"

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India, under Gambhir's guidance, bounced back in style to level the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, showcasing character and resilience in the final Test at The Oval.

On the final day of the fifth Test at The Oval, the match went right down to the wire. In the battle of nerves and steel, the equation was as clear as daylight. England stood 35 runs short of gunning down the 374-run target, while India had to hunt four wickets to end the series at 2-2 in London.

With the odds stacked against India, Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna pulled the strings to bring England's downfall. With Chris Woakes fighting with a broken shoulder at the other end, Gus Atkinson brought the equation down to seven required with one wicket in hand. Siraj's angling yorker crashed into Atkinson's off-stump and sealed a 2-2 series leveller for India.

Siraj, on cloud nine, sprinted animatedly and pulled his usual 'Sui' celebration and was soon swamped by his compatriots.

- ANI

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Ananya R
While I appreciate the win, I think our batting still needs work. Too many collapses in the series. Gambhir should focus on this before the next tour.
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Vikram M
Siraj's celebration was epic! This is why we love test cricket - pure drama till the last ball. Kudos to the entire team for showing such fighting spirit abroad.
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Kavya N
Gambhir's no-nonsense approach is exactly what Team India needed. You can see the difference in fielding and bowling discipline. More power to him! 👏
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Michael C
As a cricket fan living in UK, I must say this was one of the most exciting test matches I've seen in years. Both teams played their hearts out. Well done India!
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Shreya B
The real hero was Prasidh Krishna - his spell broke England's back. Youngsters stepping up makes me so happy! Future of Indian cricket looks bright 💫

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