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Time of India
21 hours ago
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- Time of India
'My favourite journalist...': Shubman Gill mocks British reporter after ending India's Edgbaston curse
Shubman Gill wasn't just keeping track of runs and wickets in India's historic Test win at Edgbaston—he was also keeping receipts. After leading India to their first-ever Test victory in Birmingham, the 24-year-old walked into the post-match press conference with a grin and a mission. "I can't see my favourite journalist. Where is he? I wanted to see him," Gill said, scanning the room as the press chuckled. It was a clear reference to a pre-match exchange, where a British journalist had pointedly reminded Gill of India's winless record at Edgbaston, noting that the team had never beaten England in nine previous matches at the venue. — AnkanKar (@AnkanKar) The moment, now circulating widely online, was seen as a confident clapback—not on social media, but after a landmark performance on the pitch. Live Events 'I don't really believe in history and stats' Further, Gill addressed the pressure of India's past failures at the venue. 'I even said before the Test match that I don't really believe in history and stats,' he said. 'Over the last 56 years or so, we've played nine matches—different teams have come here. I believe we are the best team to have come here in England, and we have the capability to beat them, to win the series from here.' He added, 'If we keep making the right decisions and keep fighting, I think it would be one of the series to remember.' Praise for India's pace attack With Jasprit Bumrah rested for the Test, India's chances were doubted further. But Gill hailed his relatively inexperienced pace attack—Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep and Prasidh Krishna—for delivering under pressure. 'Our bowlers were magnificent. We are capable of taking 20 wickets anywhere,' he said. 'The consistency from both ends—Siraj, Akash, and even Prasidh—helped us win the little moments. That's what makes the difference.' Gill also singled out the impact of the second new ball. 'When the ball is soft on a flat pitch, it's tough to stop runs. With the harder ball, wickets come easier. That second new ball spell changed the game for us.' 'We don't listen to outside noise' On his own preparations, the captain revealed that he had begun working on technical aspects of his batting during the latter stages of the 2025 IPL season. 'I started working on some things during the last phase of the IPL,' he said. Responding to recent scrutiny over his form and leadership, Gill remained unfazed. 'We don't listen to outside noise. Opinions change every game. If your teammates trust you, that's what matters.'
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
IND vs ENG: Heartbroken Rishabh Pant reacts to Ahmedabad tragedy - 'The whole country is disheartened'
Rishabh Pant spoke to the media ahead of the India England Test series (Image via X/@AnkanKar) With the five-match Test series against England edging closer, team India vice-captain Rishabh Pant spoke to the media on Wednesday. The 27-year-old will act as skipper Shubman Gill's deputy in a heavily anticipated clash against England, starting June 20. The first game, set to commence on June 20, will be played in Headingley, with games to follow across iconic English venues including Edgbaston, Lord's, Old Trafford, and Kennington Oval. Speaking to the media, Pant set cricket aside as he shared his heartfelt thoughts on the tragic airplane crash in Ahmedabad, which occurred on June 12. The tragic accident led to deaths of all but one of the 242 passengers on board the flight. At least eight local people, including four medical students, also lost their lives in the horrific accident. Reacting to the same, Pant sent a heartfelt message, urging the nation to overcome this tragedy by standing together. "The whole country is disheartened. What we can do is put our best foot forward & make the country happy," said the player to the media. Nick Knight EXCLUSIVE: On Shubman Gill and absence of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma in England The wicketkeeper-batter also revealed crucial batting-order decision ahead of the first Test. Pant disclosed that skipper Shubman Gill will bat at No.4 in the series opener, taking over the crucial position vacated by Virat Kohli following his retirement from Test cricket. Poll Which venue are you most excited about for the India-England Test series? Headingley Edgbaston Lord's Old Trafford The five-match series, now being played for the rebranded Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy, kicks off a fresh chapter in India-England Test rivalry, with both teams making their way through crucial transitions. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
