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India scripted history with their first Test win at Edgbaston, thrashing England by 336 runs as Gill’s 430 runs and Akash Deep’s 10-wicket haul led a stunning comeback.
Jay Shah Congratulates Team India for winning Edgbaston Test
A new chapter was added to India’s rich cricketing history on Sunday night when they defeated England by 336 runs in the second Test of the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy in Birmingham. The victory was special as it was India’s first at Edgbaston.
India displayed complete teamwork in bouncing back after going 0-1 down following the loss at Headingley in the first Test. Akash Deep rose to the occasion in Jasprit Bumrah’s absence and took a match haul of 10 wickets, including a maiden five-for – 6/99 in the second innings – as England folded for 271 while chasing an improbable 608. Gill’s 269 and 161 set up the match, making him the first Indian batter to score 400-plus runs in a Test match.
The world bowed down to the Indian cricket team for their wonderful win in Birmingham. ICC chief Jay Shah took to microblogging site X to heap praise on Shubman Gill’s Team India, lauding the resilience shown by the young unit against a tough English side.
“An outstanding Test match showcasing the depth and resilience of Indian cricket,” Shah wrote.
“@ShubmanGill’s 269 & 161 were innings of rare quality, while Akashdeep’s 10-wicket haul marked a breakthrough performance. Valuable contributions from @imjadeja and @RishabhPant17 added to a well-earned team win. Looking forward to the next contest at Lord’s. #INDvENG,” he added.
An outstanding Test match showcasing the depth and resilience of Indian cricket.@ShubmanGill’s 269 & 161 were innings of rare quality, while Akashdeep’s 10-wicket haul marked a breakthrough performance. Valuable contributions from @imjadeja and @RishabhPant17 added to a…— Jay Shah (@JayShah) July 6, 2025
Earlier, on the fifth and final day of the Test match, rain delayed the start by 1 hour 40 minutes. England resumed at 72/3, and Akash struck early, dismissing Pope and Brook. Despite personal hardships – his sister battling cancer – Akash stayed focused. Jamie Smith’s 88 was England’s lone resistance before a slow bouncer from Akash ended his innings, giving the pacer his maiden Test five-for. He fittingly took the final wicket to complete a 10/187 match haul.
Gill pouched the final catch, celebrating his first win as Test captain. Siraj took 6/70 in the first innings, while Jadeja and Sundar added pressure with spin. With Bumrah set to return, and Akash impressing with his stump-hitting accuracy, India head to Lord’s with renewed confidence.
(With PTI Inputs)
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