Australia vs India: BCCI President Sourav Ganguly said that this series win will always be remembered in the history of Indian cricket.
Rishabh Pant scored an unbeaten 89 in the fourth innings as India registered one of the biggest overseas wins in their history to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which won the four-match series 2–1. After India’s remarkable series win, BCCI President Sourav Ganguly said that the series will always be remembered in the history of Indian cricket. The former Indian captain congratulated the Indian team for the notable series win and also announced a bonus of five crores for the players and support staff.
“Just a remarkable win … to go to Australia and win a Test series in this way .. will always be remembered in the history of Indian cricket .. the CC announced a bonus of 5 crores for the team .. this win. BCCI President Sourav Ganguly wrote, “Beyond any number … for every member of the touring party.”
“We are all very happy at the success of the Indian cricket team in Australia. His remarkable energy and passion were visible throughout. So he had strong intentions, remarkable patience and determination. Congratulations to the team. Best wishes for your future endeavors.” ” PM Narendra Modi.
Former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir also took to the micro-blogging site to express his happiness after India’s most memorable series win on foreign soil.
Gambhir wrote, “It feels like an Arab goon! Proud Indian! Flag of India #INDvsAUS”.
BCCI Secretary Jai Shah was one of the many players who praised the character shown by Indian players and suffered injuries throughout the series despite losing many key players.
“@ BCCI has announced INR 5 crores as a team bonus. These are special moments for India cricket. An outstanding display of character and skill #TeamIndia #AUSvIND #Gabba,” Jai Shah tweeted.
Veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh tweeted, “This is the biggest win by captain @anjinkaraane. I think without many big names you guys have shown how this congratulations have been given to @BCCI.”
The Indian team scored 329/7 in the fourth innings to break Australia’s stronghold – The Gabba, where they had not lost a single Test match since 1988.
