IND vs ENG: 'Threw punches, fought for every inch' - Gautam Gambhir recounts fourth Test on visit to High Commission of India in London

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has called on his team to deliver “one final push” as they prepare for the decider in the ongoing five-Test series against England. His comments came during the Indian team’s visit to the Indian High Commission in London on Tuesday, a day after the tense fourth Test at Old Trafford ended in a draw. With England leading the series 2-1, the result kept the series alive heading into the final match at The Oval.

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Addressing dignitaries and staff at the event, Gambhir spoke about the deep-rooted history between India and England in cricket, and the significance of performing in this part of the world.

“Touring this part of the world has always been exciting and challenging because of the history between the two countries, which can never be forgotten,” he said, as quoted by IANS.

“We have cherished every bit of support we have received every time we have toured the UK.”

Gambhir praised the competitive nature of the series and the quality of cricket on display over the past few weeks. “The last five weeks have been really exciting for both countries. I am sure that the kind of cricket that was put on display has made every cricket lover proud. Both teams threw a lot of punches and fought for every inch,” he said.

India held firm in the final moments of the drawn fourth Test to keep the series within reach, setting up a high-stakes decider.

Looking ahead, Gambhir urged his players to give it everything in the final Test. “We have one more week to go. One final push to make. One final opportunity to make our country proud. Jai Hind.” The High Commission visit gave the team a moment to reflect before turning their focus back to business ahead of the Oval Test starting July 31.