Shubman Gill, the captain of the Indian cricket team, is celebrating a historic victory at Edgbaston against England, a win he says he will "cherish for the rest of my life". India defeated England by 336 runs, marking their first-ever Test win at Edgbaston. The victory also leveled the series at 1-1, setting the stage for the remaining matches.

Gill, whose captaincy began with a loss at Leeds, emphasized the importance of the Edgbaston win, calling it one of his happiest memories. He lauded the all-around performance of the team, with contributions from both bowlers and batsmen. Gill himself played a crucial role, scoring 269 and 161 in the two innings. He became the first batter in Test history to score 250 and 150 in the same match.

Akash Deep's performance was also a highlight, taking 10 wickets in the match. His 6 for 93 in the second innings helped seal the victory for India. Gill praised Akash Deep's ability to move the ball in both directions, making it difficult for the English batsmen. Mohammed Siraj also contributed significantly, taking six wickets in the first innings.

Gill acknowledged the team's hard work and determination to achieve this historic win. He noted the significance of winning at Edgbaston, where India had never won a Test match before. He also pointed out India's recent record of breaking overseas fortresses, with wins in Cape Town, Perth, and Brisbane.

Following the win, Gill shared a social media post, saying, "Be in love with the grind and the game will give back". The post reflected the team's grit and composure throughout the match. Gill was named Player of the Match for his outstanding batting performance.

The victory at Edgbaston is particularly sweet, considering India was without Jasprit Bumrah. Gill expressed confidence in the depth of talent in the Indian squad, stating that any of the bowlers are capable of taking 20 wickets in any situation. Rishabh Pant, the vice-captain, noted that the team wants to "defy all the past" and create a new level for Indian cricket.

With the series leveled, Gill is optimistic about the remaining matches. He believes the momentum is now with India and that the team can carry the belief, resilience, and unity displayed at Edgbaston forward. The next Test is scheduled to begin on July 10 at Lord's. Gill expressed his excitement about captaining the team at Lord's, calling it the most iconic cricket stadium in the world.