IND vs ENG | 'Be in love with the grind': Shubman Gill's social media post sums up India's historic Edgbaston triumph

Shubman Gill's stellar batting performance, including becoming the first batter to score 250 and 150 in the same match, and Akash Deep's 10-wicket haul powered India to a record-breaking 336-run victory over England at Edgbaston. Gill's captaincy debut marked India's first win at the venue since 1967, leveling the series 1-1.
IND vs ENG | 'Be in love with the grind': Shubman Gill's social media post sums up India's historic Edgbaston triumph
India captain Shubman Gill (Pic credit: Gill's X post)
In the aftermath of India's record-breaking 336-run victory over England at Edgbaston, Indian captain Shubman Gill led the chorus of celebrations with a heartfelt social media post that captured the mood of a triumphant dressing room.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!“Be in love with the grind and the game will give back,” Gill wrote on X, sharing a carousel of pictures from the historic win. The post resonated strongly with fans and teammates alike, reflecting the grit and composure that defined India's clinical performance in the second Test.
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Gill, who smashed 269 and 161 in the two innings, not only became the first batter in Test history to score 250 and 150 in the same match but also registered his maiden win as Test captain - and India's first-ever at Edgbaston in nine attempts dating back to 1967.
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The win, which levelled the five-match series at 1-1, was set up by Gill's remarkable batting and sealed by Akash Deep's sensational 10-wicket haul. The young pacer, stepping in for rested spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, was among the many players who echoed Gill's sentiments online.
“History made at Edgbaston -- grit, glory, and a game we'll never forget. Serving the nation with pride,” wrote Akash Deep on Instagram.
While opener Yashasvi Jaiswal shared, “Wonderful game, really enjoyed everything with everyone.”
Veteran batter KL Rahul summed it up succinctly: “One for the record books, Edgbaston.”
The unity and positivity radiating from India's post-match social media showed a team brimming with belief. With momentum now on their side, the focus shifts to Lord's, where the third Test begins July 10 - and where Shubman Gill is set to lead India into another defining battle.
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