Team India all-rounder Washington Sundar remains confident that India will complete the crucial chase of 193 runs on a tricky pitch at Lord’s against England and clinch a win in this historic Test. However, Sundar’s four-wicket haul on day four played an important role in bowling England out for 192 as well.
“We want so many things the way we expect it to be, but yes, we’ll take it any day. We’ll really come out positive tomorrow. We’ve got some solid batsmen in the dressing room. It’s exciting in every way, you know, winning a Test at Lord’s is going to be amazing. So, I think we’re sitting pretty,” Sundar said during the post-day press conference.
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“Definitely one of the best days with the ball for me, especially outside of India. But yes, I definitely had some solid plans coming into this Test match and really wanted to execute them both in the first and second innings,” he explained. “There are different roles thrown at me in different passages of play. I would say that’s where Test cricket gets a lot more exciting because you’ve got to be a slightly different cricketer, at least with your mindset on day five compared to day one.”
When he was asked about a potential victory, Washington Sundar was clear about his views as well.
“A win as a team at Lord’s would be very, very special for us. It would be amazing. I’m sure for you lot as well. It’s going to be exciting tomorrow. I mean, especially the last 15-20 minutes was quite interesting today,” he added.
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Sundar also noted the competitive spirit shown by both teams, particularly evident after a tense incident on day three.
“I would say the aggression is always inside of us in both dressing rooms. It’s just that there was an incident that happened and it sort of came out as well last evening (Day 3). And it did come out quite a bit today as well. It definitely does fuel energy. I mean, it’s a sport and everyone is quite aggressive and quite intense in their own ways. No matter the sport, if you’re an athlete, it’s a common factor,” Washington Sundar concluded.
