05-08-2025
Watch: Sunil Gavaksar hits special dance after India's trilling Oval Test win
Legendary India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar turned into India's biggest cheerleader yet again as he joined the celebrations at The Oval following India's dramatic six-run win over England in the fifth and final Test on August 4. The former India captain, who was part of the commentary panel for the high-stakes five-match series, couldn't contain his excitement as India levelled the series 2-2 in one of the most thrilling finishes in recent Test emotions spilled over post-match, Gavaskar was seen celebrating with fellow commentators and team members, including Cheteshwar Pujara, who was also part of the broadcast team. In a moment that lit up social media, Gavaskar sang and danced to the patriotic classic 'Meri Desh Ki Dharti' in front of a cheering crowd—showcasing yet again his undying passion for Indian vs India, 5th Test Day 5 HighlightsWatch the video here:Sunil Gavaskar sang it for all of usNothing lights up the little master like a #TeamIndia victory #SonySportsNetwork #ENGvIND #DhaakadIndia #TeamIndia #ExtraaaInnings Sony Sports Network (@SonySportsNetwk) August 4, 2025
The atmosphere at The Oval matched the intensity of the match itself. After four days of gripping cricket, the fifth day began with England needing just 35 runs with four wickets in hand to chase down a record target of 374. At one stage, the game seemed to be slipping away from India, especially with Joe Root and Harry Brook scoring centuries and anchoring the chase. But the Indian bowlers had other Siraj, who had already impressed with four wickets in the first innings, returned with fire and precision to claim a five-wicket haul in the second. His effort was perfectly complemented by Prasidh Krishna, who cleaned up the tail. The pair bowled India to a thrilling finish, picking up the last four England wickets for just 34 runs and sealing a memorable win for the victory was significant not just for the result but also for what it represented—a young team, led by new Test captain Shubman Gill and missing senior figures like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, showed incredible fight to square a tough overseas series. It was a statement win, and one that inspired a proud and spontaneous celebration from Gavaskar, a man who has witnessed—and contributed to—many of Indian cricket's defining moments.- Ends
