Historic India-England Cricket Series: A Test of Spirit and Skill

India head coach Gautam Gambhir lauded the nation's cricket team for making fans proud during the challenging England tour, emphasizing the quality of play in the ongoing series. Gambhir addressed supporters at India House, following a dramatic draw in Manchester's fourth Test.

He acknowledged the historical challenges posed by the UK tours and the cherished support received from fans. The series, favoring England 2-1 before The Oval's final Test, has been an exciting showcase of cricket, said Gambhir. The team was warmly received at a diaspora event hosted by India's High Commission in London.

India's High Commissioner, Vikram Doraiswami, praised the team's fighting spirit as emblematic of the new India. The ECB's Richard Gould emphasized the significance of the series amid the new India-UK Free Trade Agreement. The diaspora gathering concluded with a conversation featuring players like captain Shubman Gill.

(With inputs from agencies.)