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'Hunger To Bounce Back': Shubman Gill Hails India's Resilience After Beating ZIM 4-1

Sumit Gupta

Gill led India to 4-1 win over ZIM [X] Gill led India to 4-1 win over ZIM [X]

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India's T20 team, led by young skipper Shubman Gill, showcased remarkable resilience by securing a 4-1 series victory against Zimbabwe after a surprising loss in the first match.

During the post-match presentation, Skipper Shubman Gill attributed the success to the team's hunger and adaptive skills.

Gill Praises Team's Hunger and Adaptability

"The hunger to bounce back after the first loss was amazing," Gill said. "We weren't used to the extra pace and bounce in the pitches. But the way the team adapted quickly was fantastic to see."

This ability to adjust and improve under pressure was crucial in India’s subsequent victories.

India concluded the series with a 42-run win in the fifth T20I in Harare. Sanju Samson’s well-crafted fifty and Mukesh Kumar’s disciplined bowling were key to India's success.

Samson's half-century, supported by Shivam Dube’s 26 off 12 balls, led India to 167 for six. The bowlers, led by Mukesh (4/22), Shivam Dube (2/25), and Washington Sundar (1/7), then bowled out Zimbabwe for 125 in 18.3 overs.

Washington Sundar, named Player of the Series, highlighted the initial surprise the team faced with the pitch conditions.

"The conditions here were similar to South Africa, with faster pitches offering more bounce. We learned a lot from this series, which gives us great confidence heading into the upcoming white-ball series against Sri Lanka."

Young Riyan Parag, who played a crucial role in the final match, reflected on the team's introspection after the first loss.

"The first game was a wake-up call. Everyone stepped up after that, and it was a clinical performance throughout the series."

India's next challenge is a six-match away series against Sri Lanka starting on July 27, featuring three T20Is and three ODIs. This series win has boosted the team's confidence as they prepare for the upcoming matches.