India's Young Brigade Shines as Team Squares Series 2-2
India’s five-Test series against England, a thrilling contest for the inaugural Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, concluded with a dramatic 2-2 draw. The series was defined by outstanding individual performances from a young Indian squad, who stepped up in the absence of senior players. Here's a look at the Indian team's performers with a form rating out of 10.
Shubman Gill (Captain): 10/10 The stand-in captain led from the front with a masterful batting display, finishing as the leading run-scorer of the series. He scored 754 runs at an average of 83.78, including four centuries in 10 innings. His leadership and form were instrumental in India's success, and he came close to breaking Sunil Gavaskar's all-time Indian record for runs in a Test series.
KL Rahul: 9/10 In the absence of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, Rahul stepped up as the senior batter, providing stability at the top of the order. He was the third-highest run-scorer in the series with 532 runs at an average of 53.2. His performance, which included two centuries and two fifties, earned him high praise for his maturity and technical discipline.
Rishabh Pant: 8/10 Pant's series was a tale of fearless batting and a brave display of resilience. He broke MS Dhoni's record for the most runs by an Indian wicketkeeper in a Test series in England, amassing 416 runs in the first three matches before a finger and foot injury sidelined him. His record-breaking innings at Lord's showcased his explosive hitting and ability to perform under pressure.
Yashasvi Jaiswal: 8/10 Jaiswal continued his impressive rise in Test cricket with two crucial centuries in the series. The young opener showed immense courage and concentration on challenging pitches, finishing with 712 runs. His performances at the start and end of the series were particularly lauded by cricket legends like Sachin Tendulkar.
Ravindra Jadeja: 9/10 Jadeja proved to be a pivotal all-rounder, excelling with both bat and ball. He was a rock in the lower middle order, scoring 516 runs and registering a century and five fifties. His batting was considered by some to be even more consistent than Shubman Gill's. While the provided information focuses on his batting, his bowling was also an important factor in India's success.
Washington Sundar: 7/10 Sundar's contributions were valuable, particularly with the bat. He scored a quickfire half-century in the final Test, including a unique 39-run last-wicket partnership where he scored all the runs. His all-round abilities and ability to bat with the tail were crucial in adding valuable runs to India's total.
Karun Nair: 6/10 Returning to the team after a long absence, Nair showed glimpses of his domestic form. His defiant half-century in the final Test helped India recover from a difficult position. While he didn't convert his starts into bigger scores, his experience and resilience were appreciated in a crucial match.
Sai Sudharsan: (No specific rating provided, as his main contribution in the provided data is from a county match. His performance in the Test series is not detailed, but he was dismissed for a low score in the fifth Test.)
Jasprit Bumrah: 7/10 Bumrah was managed carefully throughout the series, playing in only three of the five Tests due to workload management. He picked up 14 wickets, including two five-wicket hauls. His absence in the final, must-win Test was a strategic decision, but his impact in the matches he played was significant.
Mohammed Siraj: 9/10 Siraj emerged as the hero of the series, especially in the final Test. He was the highest wicket-taker from either side with 23 wickets. His incredible five-wicket haul in the final match, which included a searing yorker to seal a six-run victory, was hailed as a match-winning performance that will be remembered for decades.
Prasidh Krishna: 7/10 Prasidh had a mixed series, but he stepped up with a crucial eight-wicket haul in the final Test. After a below-par performance in the earlier matches, the lanky pacer showed great heart and aggression, generating good pace and troubling the English batters. His performance in the final match was a testament to his potential as a match-winner.
Akash Deep: 8/10 Akash Deep's performance was historic, as he broke Jasprit Bumrah's record for the best-ever bowling performance by an Indian in a Test match in England, with figures of 10/187 in the second Test. He also made a significant contribution with the bat, scoring his maiden half-century in the final Test, which helped India set a challenging target.
Dhruv Jurel: 8/10 Jurel impressed with his maturity and solid wicketkeeping after taking over from the injured Rishabh Pant. He not only displayed sharp reflexes behind the stumps but also became the first substitute wicketkeeper in Test history to effect two stumpings in an innings. He also contributed with the bat, showcasing a calm and composed demeanor.
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