IND vs ENG: 'Even if India lose the series ...' - Yograj Singh after India beat England at Edgbaston
Former India cricketer Yograj Singh has come out in support of national team head coach
Gautam Gambhir
, urging critics to back the 43-year-old following India's historic win at Edgbaston. Under Gambhir's guidance, the Shubman Gill-led side secured their first-ever Test victory at the venue, defeating England by 336 runs to level the five-match series 1-1.
Prior to the triumph in Birmingham, Gambhir faced scrutiny for India's form in the longest format, particularly after the team's five-wicket loss to England in the series opener at Leeds. However, Yograj stressed that Gambhir should not be criticised, as he continues to contribute positively to Indian
cricket
.
'Indian players are consistently growing and improving their game. We will support them always. We should not speak about Gautam Gambhir because he is doing well.
Gambhir, Yuvraj Singh, and Rahul Dravid are giving back to cricket because they have received so much,' Yograj told ANI.
Shubman Gill, Gautam Gambhir shut critics with thumping win over England
India's recent Test form had been underwhelming, with losses piling up since the start of their home series against New Zealand last year. The side had suffered seven defeats in nine matches, including a whitewash by the Kiwis, a 3-1 loss in Australia, and the opening Test against England.
Despite the inconsistent run, Yograj urged for continued support for the team. 'Even if our team loses the series, we should not demoralise them. If you lose, you will not be there to explain; if you win, you don't have to explain. We hope that we win the series under the captaincy of
Shubman Gill
,' he said.
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India now head to Lord's for the third Test, looking to take the lead in the series.
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