A little Master commended significant Indian players in a three-part video series on Reddit, asserting that both teams excelled in the tournament, with Test cricket emerging as the true victor. The Tendulkar-Anderson Test series was remarkable, neither team could be distinguished after the five-Test series concluded with an exhilarating finale at the Oval.
According to ICC Report, Even Sachin Tendulkar, who has his name alongside former England fast bowler James Anderson on the series trophy, was captivated until the very last moment, expressing his enthusiasm about the final outcome.
The ICC Hall of Famer commended both teams for delivering a memorable classic series, while also acknowledging the Indian cricketers who played a vital role in enabling the visitors to equalize with England, despite the challenges they encountered during the series.
Shubman Gill:
Tendulkar observed that the leading run-scorer of the Test series exhibited calmness, composure, and organization.
“His cognitive approach was commendable, which was evident in his footwork as well.
“His footwork was accurate, and he showed respect for quality deliveries; his front foot defence was also robust.
“I believe captaincy is significantly influenced by the bowlers’ performance, their discipline, and their adherence to the strategy, even when circumstances deviate from the original plan. It is crucial to remain composed and not completely alter your strategies.
“When facing England, it is vital to restrict runs, almost adopting a conservative style of play. I felt he managed the team effectively against what is arguably the most aggressive batting line-up in Test cricket today.
Rishabh Pant:
The all-time leading run-scorer in Test matches praised India’s vice-captain Rishabh Pant as an exceptional team player, ensuring there is never a dull moment when he is batting.
“I have greatly appreciated his batting, particularly his reverse scoops. He positions himself well under the ball and has a calculated fall to achieve the correct length for those reverse sweeps.
“When you observe the opposition, initially they focus on trying to dismiss him, but soon they shift their strategy to merely containing his runs.
“I believe that players like Rishabh should be given the freedom to play; he has a strategic approach, executes it with excellence, and most importantly, he has been there for the team when they needed him, even while dealing with an injury. He understands how to capture attention.”
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Mohammed Siraj:
The ICC Hall of Famer acknowledged that the Player of the Match in the final Test, Siraj, exhibited remarkable determination and referred to him as an individual with tremendous passion, having bowled with exceptional speed and maintained the same vigor even on the final day of the tour after delivering over 1000 balls throughout the series.
“His body language was commendable regadless of the team’s score, and it is worth nothing that no batsman would appreciate a bowler who continues to bowl with the same intensity right in their face, even when they are performing well.
“The manner in which he was dismissed at Lord’s, despite his defensive efforts, and the way he dropped the catch of Harry Brook in the final Test, led me to believe that he would accomplish something remarkable to overcome the disappointments and setbacks he encountered.
“He played a crucial role when India required his support, and I believe his contributions are often overlooked, and he does not receive the recognition he rightfully deserves for that entire he contributed to the team.
Ravindra Jadeja:
Tendulkar believes that the ICC No.1 ranked Test all-rounder does not receive adequate recognition for his contributions to the team.
“He possesses the capability to unsettle the opposition through his fielding, batting, or bowling, and he can influence the outcome of every match.
He gameplay is well-structured; he understands when to play certain shots and utilizes his experience exceptionally well.
He ranks among my key players in the series and performed remarkable with the bat consistently.
Washington Sundar:
The former captain of India expressed admiration for Sundar’s capacity to adapt his playing style and his significant contributions to the team whenever he was afforded the opportunity.
“The series was still competitive when he was achieving his first Test century, and it was appropriate for them to continue their innings.
“They did not approach their batting with the expectation of scoring centuries; rather, they came in with the intention of securing a draw in the Test match. Bowling to Brook was not Sundar’s responsibility, and he did not face Brook when he began his innings.
“The also needed to exhaust the England players as they headed into the final match, given that the series had yet to yield a definitive outcome.
In the concluding Test, he increased the scoring rate, providing India with essential runs to defend. Thus, he understands when to play cautiously and when to accelerate, while also being mindful of his ability to take wickets as critical junctures.
