India clinched a nail-biting five-run victory over England at the Oval to level the five-Test series 2-2, but celebrations inside the Indian dressing room were surprisingly low-key. Karun Nair revealed that the team chose to visit the England dressing room to share mutual respect after the intense finale.
Siraj’s heroics seal the series draw
The match reached its climax on the final day when England, chasing 35 runs with four wickets in hand, collapsed under pressure. Mohammed Siraj was the star, claiming three wickets for just nine runs that morning to finish with 5/104. His spell sealed one of India’s most thrilling overseas victories in recent years.
Karun Nair on the post-match gesture
Speaking to ESPNcricinfo, Nair said the celebrations were understated. Instead of prolonged festivities, the Indian team visited England’s dressing room for a friendly chat. “We had a good chat, both teams were respectful of the fact that it was a great series,” Nair said. He also noted that England coach Brendon McCullum called it the greatest Test series in recent memory.
Mixed outing for Karun Nair
Nair returned to the Indian Test side after eight years but struggled to convert his starts into big scores. Dropped for the fourth Test, he returned in the fifth after Rishabh Pant’s injury and played a crucial 57-run knock that helped India post a competitive 224. With the next Test series against West Indies set for October, this innings could keep him in contention.
Looking ahead
India’s performance in the England series has boosted confidence ahead of their next red-ball challenge. The team’s ability to combine grit with sportsmanship has left a lasting impression, making the Oval win one to remember.
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