Image: Sharma, Kohli, and Rahul forgetting to pick up the trophy during celebrations / © CricToday
In the recently concluded India vs England ODI series, Team India dominated England with a 3-0 clean sweep. The final match, played in Ahmedabad, saw India secure a massive 142-run victory. However, a lighthearted moment from the post-match celebrations went viral, where Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and KL Rahul accidentally walked past the trophy before realizing they had to pick it up.
Captain Rohit Sharma expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, emphasizing their aggressive and fearless approach, similar to their 2023 World Cup campaign. He highlighted the importance of consistency and communication within the squad, keeping the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy in mind.
Shubman Gill, named both Player of the Match and Player of the Series, played a crucial role, scoring a hundred in challenging conditions where the pitch initially favored fast bowlers. He credited India’s strategy of rotating strikes and building momentum in the powerplay as key to their success.
With this series win, India reaffirmed their dominance in white-ball cricket. As the team shifts focus to the Champions Trophy starting February 19, they aim to build on this momentum and maintain their winning form against top international teams.