Australian captain Pat Cummins has expressed his admiration — and a hint of surprise — atTeam India’s commanding performance during their ongoing tour of England. The fresh-facedIndian side, led by young skipper Shubman Gill, has stunned many with its grit and dominance,especially after their historic victory in the second Test.
Gill’s Golden Touch
The spotlight has firmly been on Shubman Gill, who is enjoying a dream run with the bat. The25-year-old has racked up three centuries in just two Tests, crossing the 500-run mark, andleading the side with maturity beyond his years.
Akash Deep’s Emergence
India’s bowling unit has also stepped up, with pacer Akash Deep emerging as a key performer.With 10 wickets in the series so far, his ability to break partnerships on unresponsive pitches hasbeen a major talking point.
Cummins’ Reaction
Following Australia’s Test series win over the West Indies, Cummins commented on India’sresurgence:
“Looking at Gill’s team gives me chills. I didn’t expect their batters to perform that way.”
He acknowledged that while he didn’t catch the full matches live, the scorecards told a clearstory of India’s dominance. He was particularly impressed by the way India’s bowlers adapted onflat English pitches, traditionally difficult for visiting attacks.
Australia Tour Ahead
With India’s young guns making headlines, attention now turns to their next big challenge. TheMen in Blue will travel to Australia in October 2025 for a high-profile white-ball series,consisting of three ODIs and five T20Is — a tour that promises fireworks and fresh rivalries.
