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Woakes Shares Chat with Gill After Brave Batting Effort
During the final day of the fifth Test match between India and England at The Oval, England’s all-rounder Chris Woakes showed great courage by coming out to bat with his arm in a sling. He had dislocated his shoulder earlier in the game but stepped onto the field, ready to help his team in the closing moments.
A Kind Word from the Opponent
After the match, Woakes revealed that India’s captain, Shubman Gill, approached him and said, “That was incredibly brave.” Woakes responded warmly, calling Gill’s performance throughout the series “unbelievable” and praising his team’s efforts.
A Glimpse of Team Spirit
Despite being injured, Woakes did not face a ball. Still, he ran between the wickets when England was just 17 runs away from a miraculous chase. He also messaged India’s injured wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant, who had missed the match due to a foot injury. Woakes thanked him for the support and wished him a speedy recovery.
What It Shows
Woakes’ actions going out to bat with a serious injury reflected his commitment to his team. Gill’s respectful praise showed the shared spirit of sportsmanship across teams. The final match ended with India winning by a narrow margin and the series finishing in a 2–2 draw.
