'Outstanding Test Match': ICC Chief Jay Shah Congratulates India For Thrashing England
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.
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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