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India.com
16 hours ago
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- India.com
Gills Grow Some Balls, Stokes- Jadeja Handshake Gate To Gambhirs Spat : 5 Spicy Moments That Redefined India Vs England Test Series
photoDetails english Updated:Jul 30, 2025, 06:00 PM IST The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy: More Than Just Cricket 1 / 8 The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 has transcended mere cricket, morphing into a fiery saga defined by intense confrontations, tactical mind games, and raw emotional outbursts. As the series hurtles towards its thrilling climax at The Oval, these five "spicy moments" stand out, encapsulating the grit, passion, and undeniable fireworks that have captivated fans and redefined the narrative of Test cricket. Gill's 'Grow Some Balls': The Angry Skipper 2 / 8 The angry Punjabi inside Shubman Gill came out without shackles at Lord's on Saturday (July 12). The Indian captain, in no uncertain terms, asked England opener Ben Duckett to 'grow some f****** balls'. This heated on-field confrontation, sparked by perceived time-wasting tactics from Duckett and Zak Crawley on Day 3 of the third Test, showcased Gill's fiery and unyielding leadership. The Stokes-Jadeja Handshake Gate 3 / 8 A dramatic moment unfolded during Day 5 of the fourth Test. England captain Ben Stokes, sensing an inevitable draw, offered a handshake to signal an early end to play. However, Indian batters Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar, both on the cusp of deserved centuries, famously declined the offer. This audacious refusal sparked a heated debate and visible frustration from the English side, creating a memorable, tense chapter that perfectly encapsulated the fierce competitive spirit of both teams. Siraj's Fiery Exchanges with Ben Duckett 4 / 8 India's fast bowler Mohammed Siraj has been a constant source of on-field tension, particularly in his fiery exchanges with England opener Ben Duckett. During the Lord's Test, after dismissing Duckett, Siraj engaged in an animated celebration right in the opener's face, culminating in a noticeable shoulder brush as Duckett walked off. This aggressive intent was again on display in the Manchester Test, where Siraj lost his cool and got into another heated verbal exchange with Duckett, showcasing his raw passion and adding a volatile edge to their encounters. Gambhir's Spat: The Off-Field Firestorm at The Oval 5 / 8 Just a few days after his team battled to a hard-earned draw at Old Trafford, India head coach Gautam Gambhir found himself in a confrontation of a different kind. During India's first training session at The Oval ahead of the final Test, Gambhir was seen yelling at Oval pitch curator Lee Fortis. Gambhir's outburst, reportedly over ground staff instructing the Indian team to stand away from the wicket, added significant off-field spice, with Fortis reportedly threatening a complaint to the match referee. Harry Brook's 'Filthy' Over 6 / 8 In the dramatic dying moments of the fourth Test, after India's bold refusal of a draw, England captain Ben Stokes handed the ball to part-timer Harry Brook. What followed was an over of deliberate full tosses and slow, almost mocking, deliveries. This "filthy" over, as described by some commentators, was widely interpreted as a frustrated protest against India batting on for individual centuries, sparking further controversy and debate. The Final Frontier: Oval Awaits 7 / 8 With these five explosive moments setting the tone, the series now heads to its ultimate showdown at The Oval. The stakes couldn't be higher, with England leading 2-1 and India desperate to level the series. Every ball, every decision, and every interaction promises to be magnified, carrying the weight of the series. Brace Yourselves: The Drama Continues 8 / 8 The Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy has proven to be an unforgettable saga of grit, passion, and undeniable fireworks. The previous Tests have merely been a prelude to what promises to be an epic finale. Fans are on the edge of their seats, ready for the next chapter of this captivating rivalry.
NDTV
2 days ago
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- NDTV
"If Ben Duckett Had Been Batting On 90...": Ex-India Star's Blunt Take On 'Handshake' Row
Former India cricketer Parthiv Patel commented on the handshake controversy that erupted during the fourth Test between India and England and questioned "if Ben Duckett had been batting on 90 in the same situation and the opposition offered a handshake, would England have accepted it?" In the final moments of Day 5, drama unfolded after India fought to keep the series alive courtesy of Ravindra Jadeja's (107*) and Washington Sundar's (101*) gritty 203-run unbeaten partnership. With the draw in sight, England captain Ben Stokes went to the Indian pair to offer his hand to signal the end of the contest. With Jadeja on 89 and Sundar on 80, the southpaws refused to accept it and opted to chase their centuries as they neared the three-figure mark. During the last few overs, England bowled spin and even part-timer Harry Brook and seemingly threw half-hearted deliveries at the duo, with hopes that Jadeja-Sundar would finish off quickly and spare the English attack from more humiliation as they gave away a 311-run lead, which turned into a 114-run lead for India. The exchange was shown on live television, with Stokes taunting Jadeja if he will score his century against Harry Brook, not even a part-time bowler for his team. Even opener Zak Crawley chimed in with some banter, saying that Jadeja should have played faster if he wanted his century. These remarks during the last hour of the match revealed the immense tiredness, frustration, and helplessness of an English attack that had squandered a chance of winning the series, with their skipper Stokes even putting his body on the line, holding up his shoulder and grimacing after every delivery. "England did things their own way. Their effort was clear -- they wanted to bowl India out and win the game," JioHotstar expert Parthiv said. "But when they realised that wasn't possible, they put their weapons down and acknowledged that India had played very well," he added. He also appreciated India's gritty approach with the bat and the resilience shown by the batters. "At the same time, India did what they wanted to do in their own way -- two players worked really hard, batted brilliantly, and both deserved to score centuries," he said, referring to the long, determined effort from Jadeja and Sundar. However, Parthiv raised a thought-provoking question about how England might have responded in a reversed scenario. "The only question I have is this: if Ben Duckett had been batting on 90 in the same situation and the opposition offered a handshake, would England have accepted it? I am very curious to know this, especially with so many talking about the 'spirit of the game,'" he said. The former India wicketkeeper believes the game still had some cricket left in it and that India had earned the right to continue batting. "In my opinion, the game should have continued till the end of the day, even if the Indian batters completed their centuries. If 15 overs were still left, India should have batted because they worked extremely hard," Parthiv stressed. He also recalled how precarious the situation looked just a day earlier, highlighting the turnaround. "Before lunch on Day 4, when two wickets fell, it looked like India could lose the Test on Day 5. But from that point to batting through 143 overs is an incredible effort," he pointed out. Parthiv concluded by supporting the Indian team's intent while expressing that he would've liked to see them continue for a bit more. "So, I believe what India did was absolutely right -- though personally, I feel they could have batted a bit more," he said. The series is still alive at 1-2, with the final match at The Oval to start from July 31.
India.com
2 days ago
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- India.com
IND vs ENG 2025: India bowling lacked consistency, was wayward in 4th Test, says star Indian cricketer
Jasprit Bumrah conceded more than 100 runs in a Test innings for first time in his career. (Photo: IANS) Team India managed to eke out a heroic draw in the 4th Test vs England in Manchester last week. Heading into the fifth and final Test against England which begins at the Oval in London on Thursday, Shubman Gill's Indian side have the chance to level the five-match series at 2-2. However, there are certainly some major area of concerns for the visiting Indian side, especially when it comes to their bowling performance. After posting 358 runs in their first innings, the Indian bowlers conceded a massive 669 runs to the English batters. The bowling performance especially on the second day was shocking as they allowed England openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett to race to 166 runs just after Tea by bowling wayward lines and lengths. Speaking on 'Match Centre Live', JioHotstar expert Parthiv Patel reflected on India's performance in the 4th Test. 'Looking at the way India played this Test match, there's not much I would change — but if you ask what could have been done better, I'd say the phase on Day 2 when England batted. During that period, India's bowling lacked consistency and was a bit wayward on both sides of the wicket. That's where some correction was possible,' Patel said. 'Otherwise, this has been a very good Test match for India, especially considering how things unfolded after the toss. Almost everything seemed to go against India — when India went in to bat, the clouds were overhead – when England came out to bat, the sun was shining bright. Add to that England's huge total of 669 runs, and you can see how tough it was. Still, the way India fought back, there's a lot of confidence to take into the 5th Test,' the former India wicketkeeper added. ' .'#ParthivPatel breaks down what India missed in the 4th Test vs England, highlighting key tactical lapses.#ENGvIND 5th TEST | Starts THU, 31st July, 2:30 PM | Streaming on… — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) July 28, 2025 England's efforts were clear: Parthiv Patel Parthiv Patel shared his thoughts on the handshake controversy and India's approach in the 4th Test as well. The Gujarat Titans assistant coach felt that Ben Stokes and his side had the clear aim to bundle out Team India to seal the series. 'England did things their own way. Their effort was clear — they wanted to bowl India out and win the game. But when they realized that wasn't possible, they put their weapons down and acknowledged that India had played very well. At the same time, India did what they wanted to do in their own way — two players worked really hard, batted brilliantly, and both deserved to score centuries,' Patel felt. 'Test match should have continued till end of Day 5' Parthiv Patel didn't agree with 'spirit of cricket' argument when it came to the 'Handshake' controversy on the second day. 'The only question I have is this: if Ben Duckett had been batting on 90 in the same situation and the opposition offered a handshake, would England have accepted it? I am very curious to know this, especially with so many talking about the 'spirit of the game.' In my opinion, the game should have continued till the end of the day, even if the Indian batters completed their centuries. 'If 15 overs were still left, India should have batted because they worked extremely hard. Before lunch on Day 4, when two wickets fell, it looked like India could lose the Test on Day 5. But from that point to batting through 143 overs is an incredible effort. So, I believe what India did was absolutely right — though personally, I feel they could have batted a bit more,' Patel added.
India.com
5 days ago
- Sport
- India.com
India vs England 4th Test Day 4 LIVE Score: Shubman Gill's team eyes quick wickets to rescue Test match against England
Summary Full Scorecardहिन्दी Commentary Schedule India vs England 4th Test Day 4 LIVE Score: Shubman Gill's team eyes quick wickets to rescue Test match against England England have bulldozed India in response to their 358-run total. Openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley started the innings in true Bazball style, immediately putting pressure on the Indian bowlers. From there, the attack kept building. Joe Root went on to smash 150, surpassing Ricky Ponting's tally and now sits just behind the great Sachin Tendulkar in terms of Test runs. However, India will look to take early wickets and proceed with caution in their second innings. With two days still left in the Test match and England already leading by 186 runs, there is a slight possibility that India could end up losing the match by an innings and runs.
The Guardian
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Guardian
Joe Root hits new milestones as century cements England dominance against India
It was Joe Root day in Manchester on Friday, where 20,000 people sat and admired a true master at work. Inevitable is a dangerous word in cricket, such is the fickle nature of the sport, and yet all that transpired felt as close to this as is possible: the likeliest of outcomes once Root gamboled out in the morning under an azure blue sky. The first expectation was that England, though still trailing India by 133 runs, would take full control of this fourth Test match and, sitting 2-1 up, the series as a whole. Ben Stokes, Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley had inflicted such damage 24 hours earlier that it was going to take something remarkable from the tourists to turn things around. And there was also a strong suspicion that Root, on 11, would probably end the day with only Sachin Tendulkar above him in the sport's all-time run-scoring charts. Compiling 150 from 248 balls, his 38th Test century and another for his personal Louvre, this was very much achieved, with a trio of all-time greats surpassed and his career tally now sitting at 13,409 runs. Tendulkar, who retired with 15,921, is now the final boss left to conquer. Not that Root seemed too fussed when, on the stroke of tea, he guided the increasingly innocuous Anshul Kamboj for a single behind square to move past Ricky Ponting's 13,378-run stash. If anything he was sheepish here, offering a little wave of the bat in appreciation of the crowd's applause as the numbers flashed up on the big screen. But then Root is as team-first a cricketer as they come — No Ego Joe, if you will — and will probably have drawn more satisfaction from England's position at stumps. It was a pretty healthy one, too, the hosts closing on 544 for seven and leading by 186 runs. There is rain forecast on Sunday but Shubman Gill's men will need to get there first. There were support acts, of course; the Richard Ashcrofts to Root's Oasis. Ollie Pope made a frisky 71 that, over the course of 38 overs, added 144 for the third wicket alongside Root. Pope did not always exude a sense of permanence – he still jabs at the ball – but his role in a death-by-a-thousand-cuts morning of singles was important. And Stokes continued what is becoming very much his series, that long-awaited five-wicket haul on day two followed by a punchy 77 not out. Though it was paused for a spell on 66 – a battle with cramp forcing him to retire hurt for a spell – the England captain will go into day three eyeing a first Test century for two years. For India there was a brief spell in the afternoon when the door that Root and Pope were bolting shut creaked ajar just a slither. Washington Sundar made a mockery of his 68-over wait to have a bowl, with the drift witnessed at Lord's harnessed once more to see Pope jab to slip and have Harry Brook gormlessly stumped on three. England were 349 for four, still trailing by nine, and the second new ball was overdue. It was a fleeting pushback from the tourists, however, and soon their weary bodies started to fall apart. Jasprit Bumrah left the field after one over with the new ball due to an apparent ankle twinge. Mohammed Siraj got one delivery to rear up and clang Stokes in the box, only to soon follow his strike partner into the away dressing room with a hobble. Sign up to The Spin Subscribe to our cricket newsletter for our writers' thoughts on the biggest stories and a review of the week's action after newsletter promotion Both men eventually returned, to their credit, and while Stokes was off the field getting treatment there was a brief flurry of wickets to give the Indian supporters a few moments of cheer. The problem for them, however, was that among them was the sight of Chis Woakes being knocked over by a ball from Siraj that kept remarkably low. When India's time to bat again comes, it will be anything but straightforward. But as much as the tourists frayed at the edges on this third day, most teams would have struggled with Root in such a rich vein of form. The only real inconvenience came when he was eventually stumped off Jadeja in the evening session, accidentally treading on the ball and, for a split second, giving rise to fears of something more sinister. That aside this was another display of Root's command of the crease, with his ability to pick up length early and manipulate the field to his will still so remarkably innate. A half-century from 93 balls, his century from 178 and little risk taken along the way. Provided Root stays fit and hungry enough – and the latter feels unlikely to diminish given his unbridled love for batting – he will surely top the lot one day.
