New Delhi: Congress MP and cricket enthusiast Shashi Tharoor He delivered a scathing verdict on India’s latest T20I collapse after England won their series 3-0, saying he was “speechless” at yet another humiliating defeat.India’s nine-wicket defeat in the fourth T20 in Bristol gave England an unbeaten lead in the five-match series, setting up a frustrating away campaign for the world T20 champions.After the match, Tharoor went to X and summed up the sentiment among the Indian fans in a eloquent speech.“I really have nothing to say. I’m shocked. Gobsmacked. This is one hell of a shame. There’s really nothing more to say,” he wrote.His comments came after India failed to defend 158/7, while England were chased out in just 13.5 overs thanks to an unbeaten 146-run partnership between captain Harry Brook (79 not out) and Phil Salt (59 not out).
Shreyas Iyer: ‘I’m happy with what I’ve done, but…’
Indian captain Shreyas Iyer admitted that his team was second best in every department despite scoring 80 off 49 balls as the visitors lost again.“Again, it was disappointing. Definitely, 158 was not enough on the board,” Iyer said.He felt that the Indian players failed to do what they have done when England did so well.“I think we lost a little bit in terms of our execution. When we were changing the pace, when we were trying something else, they got some loose balls,” he said.Reflecting on his innings, Iyer said the special circumstances offered little consolation in defeat.“I’m very happy with the way I’ve worked, but if it’s not because of winning, it’s just going sideways. “Every time I play I want to do well and make sure my team wins,” he said.The ambassador also urged patience with the small group, describing the current situation as part of India’s reconstruction process.“This is a phase of change and we will be making many mistakes. Many young people are playing in these situations for the first time. It is important that you learn quickly from your mistakes,” he added.
Coach admits India ‘underperforms’ overseas
Assistant teacher Ryan ten Dochate he reflected candidly, saying that India had to deal with the fact that they had suffered a lot abroad.“We have to admit that we are not doing well in foreign countries,” he said.The former Netherlands international emphasized that the problem was not technical but psychological, urging the players to adapt quickly to the foreign game instead of relying on the methods that are working well in India.“What works in India may not work here. We have not been able to change that mindset,” he said.India will now look to avoid a 4-0 deficit when they face England in the fifth and final T20I in Southampton on Saturday, hoping to salvage some pride after a series that has drawn criticism from fans, pundits and politicians.
