"From Collapse to the Conquest: The Epic Saga of BGT 2020-21" in case you missed.
After 36 All-out to Series win 😬✊
1. The Adelaide Collapse:
India's all-time low in Test cricket. After a promising first innings, India were bowled out for a mere 36 in the second, their lowest ever Test total. Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood were the tormentors.
Video Link 🎥: 36AlloutHighlights
2. Ajinkya Rahane The Leader
With Virat Kohli leaving for the birth of his child, Ajinkya Rahane stepped up as captain. His calm demeanor and tactical acumen were pivotal in turning the series around.
3. The Melbourne Miracle:
India bounced back in the Boxing Day Test. Despite being without key players, they clinched a victory, thanks to Rahane's 112 and Bumrah's 7 wicket.
Video Link 🎥: BoxingDayTestHighlights
5. Controversial Moments:
- The racial abuse allegations against Siraj and Bumrah in the Sydney Test.
- Umpiring decisions were hotly debated, especially no-balls and DRS calls.
6. Sydney Stalemate
The third Test at Sydney was a controversial draw. Both teams had their moments, a crucial 108-run partnership between Ashwin and Hanuma Vihari, who battled through injuries.
Video Link 🎥: https://youtu.be/M4j4dp-Pj0o?si=Fl9B3WjxSWl-Po1s
7. Gabba Glory
The final Test at the Gabba was historic. India chased down 328.
Washington Sundar and Shardul Thakur not only contributed significantly with the ball but also with a vital 123-run partnership that turned the Gabba Test.
Video Link 🎥:
Siraj's Fifer before Pant and Gill's Counterattack ⚡: https://youtu.be/HKyhC8o53Ro?si=J6kecJ79F_pHX--T
Pant's Counter Attack:
Rishabh Pant's aggressive batting in the final innings at the Gabba, where he took on the Australian pacers, not only won the match but also hearts.
Pujara was a Silent Hero both Sydney Pink day test and Gabba Heroics as he took many blows on his body from Cummins and Hazelwood.
Video Link 📹 : https://youtu.be/vWZb9eyznKU?si=zcvKO7KkphwZ54mw
The Series Win
Despite being down 1-0, India won the series 2-1, retaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This victory was a testament to the team's resilience, skill, and the depth of talent in Indian cricket.
And it was one of the greatest test series win of All time.
Conclusion: Series winning moment at the Gabba.
The 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar series will be remembered for India's remarkable comeback, showcasing cricketing prowess, mental toughness.
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