Gambhir praises India’s tenacity

Head coach Gautam Gambhir praised India for their tenacious Super Over win in the low-scoring third T20I against Sri Lanka, securing a series whitewash. He called for consistent improvement on pitches that assist sharp turn. In a game delayed by rain, India struggled against both spin and pace on a fresh pitch, managing only 137/9.

Despite Sri Lanka’s dominance, the Suryakumar Yadav-led side showed determination and forced the match into a Super Over, eventually winning and sealing a 3-0 series victory. Gambhir congratulated the team for their performance, commended Suryakumar for his outstanding captaincy and batting, and emphasized the importance of perseverance.

He also urged the team to collectively improve their skills on turning tracks, acknowledging the challenge they pose to the batting group.

He encouraged players not involved in the upcoming ODI series to enjoy their break while maintaining their fitness and skills, emphasizing the importance of maintaining high fitness levels. Hardik Pandya praised Shubman Gill and Riyan Parag for their partnership that aided India in recovering from a tough situation.

He highlighted the significance of runs contributed by lower-order batters Washington Sundar and Ravi Bishnoi. Pandya also lauded Suryakumar for his strategic bowling changes, expressing confidence in the team’s progress and encouraging those playing in the ODIs to continue their good form.