Why did the England team celebrate before the defeat? (Photo- Getty)
In the second Test match played between India and England at Edgbaston, Team India won a stunning victory of 336 runs, due to which the series has now come on 1-1. This is the first time Team India won the Test match at Edgbaston’s ground. However, there was a time in the last moments of this match, which surprised everyone. Despite being very close to the defeat, the England team suddenly started celebrating, there was a special reason behind it.
Why did the England team celebrate before the defeat?
In the last moments of the match, there was an incident which caught everyone’s attention. When India was just one wicket away from the victory, then the young spinner Shoaib Bashir of England was at the crease. On the last ball of the 65th over, Bashir hit a strong six on the ball of Akash Deep. After this moment, the players suddenly jumped happily in the dressing room of England and started clapping. Seeing this incident, the fans present in the stadium and fans sitting in front of the TV screen were surprised.
Actually, it is considered very difficult for any bowler to hit a six against the fast bowler. But Shoaib Bashir hit a long six. After which Shoaib was seen encouraging Bashir against England. However, England’s last wicket was achieved by Akash Deep and brought Team India to victory. Akash Deep was India’s most successful bowler in this match. He took a total of 10 wickets in his name.
Team India showed a strong game
India brought England to knees with his brilliant batting and bowling in this match. India set a huge target of 608 runs on the strength of players like Shubman Gill, and Ravindra Jadeja. In response, the England team was reduced to 271 runs, with which India won by 336 runs. Mohammad Siraj and Akash Deep were the most successful in bowling. Both bowlers piled up England’s batting.
