Jubilee Post News & Views
Ashok Bambi
What a heart stopping victory by Young Indian team at The Oval by merely six runs .The hard fought 5 match series gave satisfying result in the end by giving two match victories to both the teams.
I believe it could have been 4-0 victory for Indians but because of poor selection in all the matches it could not happen.
We must give credit to all the batters specially in the second innings for giving a huge target to the opponents. The target was looking very small at that time when Brook and Root blazing runs with their bats. The villain was Siraz when he crossed the boundary line after taking the catch.
But today he became Hero àfter capturing 5 priceless wickets at the most important time. Krishna who put us back in the contention yesterday evening also bowled beyond his strength and stamina.
He made 110%efforts while taking 8 wickets in the match. Akashdeep could not do much with the ball but his innings of 66 runs made a huge difference. Similarly Washington’s priceless 39 runs in the record breaking last wicket partnership also made a big contribution.
The chasing of 35 runs on the last day was not that big a target but Siraj and Krishna earned us a great victory with their total efforts.
Another player also contributed to best of his efforts behind the stumps is Jurel. He not only grabbed the catches but also saved many runs when bowlers bowled some wavered deliveries. This hard working keeper has a bright future subject to proper encouragement and guidance.
This victory by young Indians definitely infuse new blood in the success of the team and results will be positive in the forth coming series definitely.
Ashok Bambi, a former Ranji and central zone cricketer
