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The recently concluded India vs England Test series was a spectacle of cricketing brilliance, etching its name in history with a plethora of records shattered and milestones achieved. The home siders managed to defeat the English visitors by 4-1 to clinch the series. It marked the first series loss for England under Ben Stokes’ captaincy.
While a few records were shattered, many new feats were registered during the thrilling series captivating eyes and hearts. Here’s a breakdown of the most noteworthy feats:
Ravi Ashwin emerged as the undisputed hero of the series, carving his name deeper into cricketing folklore. He became the first player ever to claim a fifer on both his debut and 100th Test appearances. This remarkable achievement showcases his unwavering consistency and exceptional bowling skills throughout his illustrious career.
Furthermore, Ashwin surpassed Kapil Dev to become the bowler with the most wickets by an Indian player in his 100th Test match. He also cemented his position as the Indian bowler with the most five-wicket hauls in Test cricket, solidifying his reputation as a legendary spin maestro.
Ashwin’s dominance extended to individual battles as well. He dismissed England’s star batsman, Ben Stokes, for the 13th time in Test cricket, highlighting his mastery over the prolific all-rounder.
The entire series witnessed an unprecedented display of power hitting. A staggering 100 sixes were struck throughout the five Tests, with India contributing a whopping 72 and Bazball England managing 28. This marks the first instance in Test history where a series has witnessed such a high number of sixes, signifying a shift towards a more aggressive batting approach.
England’s struggles continued as they failed to secure a series win for the 15th consecutive month. While they claimed a narrow victory in the opening Test, India displayed immense resilience, bouncing back to clinch the series 4-1.
India’s series victory holds immense historical significance. They became the first team in the last 112 years to win a five-match Test series 4-1 after losing the opening encounter. This remarkable feat underscores their fighting spirit and unwavering determination to turn the tide in their favour.
India vs England Test series: Rohit Sharma and co defeat the visitors 4-1
The series finale, held at the HPCA Stadium, showcased India’s dominance. England, after winning the toss and electing to bat, were restricted to a mere 218 runs. Kuldeep Yadav’s five-wicket haul (5/72) and Ashwin’s four-wicket contribution (4/51) dismantled the English batting line-up.
India, in response, displayed a batting masterclass, piling on a mammoth 477 runs. Shubman Gill (110) and Rohit Sharma (103) laid a solid foundation, while half-centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sarfaraz Khan, and Devdutt Padikkal further bolstered the score.
England’s second innings proved to be a mere formality as they were bundled out for 195 runs, despite a valiant 84 from Joe Root. Ashwin once again wreaked havoc with the ball, picking up five wickets and ensuring India’s victory by an innings and 64 runs.
This historic series win by India serves as a testament to their exceptional talent, unwavering determination, and the emergence of young batting prodigies. With numerous records broken and milestones achieved, the India vs England Test series will undoubtedly be remembered as a landmark event in cricketing history.
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Ind vs Eng Test series: India win massive by 4-1
