NEW DELHI: Following an initial setback in the series opener against Zimbabwe, the
Indian cricket team
displayed remarkable grit and adaptability to secure a series victory by winning four consecutive matches.
The team's ability to rebound after a surprising 13-run defeat in the first game, where they failed to chase a relatively low target of 115 runs on July 6, was commendable.
Despite the early loss, the team's determination and quick adjustment to the playing conditions were pivotal in their 4-1 series win.
Team captain
Shubman Gill
highlighted the team's strong desire to recover from the initial loss as a key factor in their success.
"I think, the hunger that we showed after losing the first match was fantastic to watch. When we came here, not everyone had a lot of hits in the nets. We weren't really used to the conditions. The way we adapted (was great)," said Gill, as quoted by PTI.
Riyan Parag
reflected on the importance of the series opener in prompting a strategic reassessment within the squad. "After the first game everyone woke up, and it was a clinical performance. Enjoyed it to the max," he noted.
Washington Sundar
, who was named 'Player of the Series,' remarked on the unexpected pace and bounce of the pitch in Zimbabwe, which initially troubled the Indian batsmen and contributed to their loss in the first match.
"Good to finish with a win. I felt after the first game that the condition were very similar to South Africa, with extra speed and extra bounce. Lots of takeaways, lots of learnings, a lot of confidence going into the Sri Lanka series," Sundar added.
The upcoming series against Sri Lanka, consisting of three T20Is and three ODIs, starts from July 27.
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