After India clinched a nerve-wracking 6-run victory in the fifth Test against England at The Oval, head coach Gautam Gambhir delivered a heartfelt and motivational speech in the dressing room, hailing the team's resilience and emphasizing the importance of maintaining a strong team culture.
The win marked a historic moment for India, levelling the five-match Test series 2-2 and capping off a fiercely contested tour. With emotions running high after the dramatic finish, Gambhir addressed the players and support staff, acknowledging the collective effort that went into achieving such a hard-fought result.
“The way this series has panned out 2-2 is an outstanding result, congratulations to all,” Gambhir began, praising the team’s determination and ability to bounce back throughout the series. He went on to underline a message that has become central to his coaching philosophy, continuous growth and long-term dominance.
“So remember, we will keep getting better, we will keep working hard, we will keep improving our areas, because if we keep doing that, we can dominate Test cricket for a very long time,” Gambhir said, reinforcing the team’s commitment to improvement and consistency.
In a powerful closing note, he reflected on the deeper meaning of team culture, saying, “People will come and go, but the culture of the dressing room should always be like that, where people want to be part of this culture. That is what we want to create.”
India’s spirited performance at The Oval and throughout the series, combined with Gambhir’s strong leadership, has left fans hopeful for a new era of dominance in Test cricket.
'He Will Put Everything On The Line': Virat Kohli Hails Mohammed Siraj's Heroics After India's Historic Win At The Oval
Former India captain Virat Kohli took to social media to celebrate India’s thrilling 6-run win over England in the fifth and final Test at The Oval, praising the team’s spirit and especially the efforts of Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna in securing the victory. With this result, India leveled the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series 2-2.
Posting on X, Kohli wrote, "Great win by team India. Resilience and determination from Siraj and Prasidh has given us this phenomenal victory. Special mention to Siraj who will put everything on the line for the team. Extremely happy for him."
Kohli’s message came just hours after Siraj delivered a sensational five-wicket haul, including the final wicket of Gus Atkinson, which sealed India’s win in dramatic fashion. England, chasing 374, were bowled out for 369 in a tense final day.
Siraj’s fiery spell turned the tide in India's favour, with his pace, aggression, and consistency troubling England's lower order. The pacer also celebrated with his trademark 'Siu' gesture, which has since gone viral across social media.
Kohli’s post highlights the strong bond between him and Siraj, who made his Test debut under Kohli’s captaincy. Over the years, the two have shared an emotional on-field journey, and Kohli has often been vocal about Siraj's commitment and growth as a fast bowler.
