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Yuvraj Singh believes India's gritty draw in Manchester was the turning point of their Test series in England. He praised Jadeja and Sundar for their match-saving centuries, calling their partnership "incredible." The former all-rounder emphasized how the draw boosted India's confidence ahead of their Oval victory. Despite a 2-2 result, Yuvraj views the series as a win for India's young team.

Key Points: Yuvraj Singh Hails Manchester Draw as India's Pivotal England Test Moment

  • Yuvraj Singh highlights Manchester Test draw as India's key moment
  • Shubman Gill and KL Rahul anchored India's resilient batting
  • Jadeja and Sundar's 203-run stand defied England's draw offer
  • Series-levelling Oval win followed Manchester's confidence boost
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Yuvraj picks draw in Manchester as defining moment for Team India in Tests against England

Yuvraj Singh praises Jadeja and Sundar's centuries in Manchester Test draw, calling it India's defining moment against England.

"The moment in the tournament was when India drew the Test series (game in Manchester). – Yuvraj Singh"

New Delhi, Aug 14

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh believes the Manchester Test draw stood out for him as the defining moment of India’s recent Test tour of England, which ended in a 2-2 draw.

On a flat pitch at Old Trafford, India batted out the last five sessions to take the fourth Test against England to a draw. Captain Shubman Gill led the way with a composed 103 while KL Rahul hit 90 off 230 balls.

Spin-bowling all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar also reached their respective centuries while sharing a stand of 203 runs for the fifth wicket on the final day’s play, as India reached 425/4. The duo also ignored England’s offer to shake hands on a draw when both batters were in the 80s.

"The moment in the tournament was when India drew the Test series (game in Manchester). I've never seen, in a very long time, Washington and Jadeja, get hundreds and drew a Test match, and that speaks volumes,” Yuvraj said in a video posted on ICC’s Instagram account on Thursday.

Yuvraj, who played 40 Test for India and hit three centuries, also praised the batting efforts of veteran Jadeja and young Sundar, who hit his first Test century. “Obviously, Jadeja has been there for a long time. But I think Washington Sundar, as a youngster coming in the team, I think it was incredible to did (do) what he did. So, very proud of them," he added.

India went on to level the five-match series at 2-2 with a thrilling six-run win at The Oval, but Yuvraj felt the drawn match at Old Trafford was pivotal in shaping the visitors’ confidence. “I certainly feel it's a win for us. Although it's a drawn series because it's a young team and it's not easy to go and play well in England and prove yourself.”

- IANS

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Sarah B
As an England fan, I must admit India's batting display was impressive. But wasn't the pitch too flat? Would have loved to see more competition between bat and ball. Still, credit where it's due - Sundar's knock was special for a youngster.
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Ananya R
Washington Sundar is the real find of this series! His temperament reminds me of young Dravid. And Jadeja - what a legend! From being called a bits-and-pieces player to becoming our most reliable all-rounder across formats. So proud! 😊
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Vikram M
While I agree with Yuvi's sentiment, I feel our bowling still needs work. We couldn't take 20 wickets consistently. The draw was great but we got lucky with the weather in one match. Need to develop genuine fast bowling all-rounders like England has.
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Kavya N
That partnership between Jadeja and Sundar was pure gold! 💛 The way they refused England's handshake offer showed real fighting spirit. This is the kind of confidence we need when playing overseas. Hope BCCI gives more chances to youngsters like Sundar in tests.

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