Gambhir and Kotak praised Tilak for his match‑winning 51
· Sports · Indian Express, Times of India
Gautam Gambhir and batting coach Sitanshu Kotak praised Tilak Varma after he scored an unbeaten 51 in Christchurch, noting that “all of India believes in you” and that staying till the end would win the game. Tilak, who batted with Naman Dhir and later Nitish Kumar Reddy, struck 69 runs from 30 deliveries after the dismissal of Naman in the final over. The 23‑year‑old reflected on his mental approach, saying he focused on playing till the end to guide India home. The innings helped India secure victory after being 69/4, needing 112 runs from 55 balls. Gambhir and Kotak’s words boosted Tilak’s confidence during a crucial middle‑order stand.
Why it matters
The motivational talk from senior coaches helped a young talent deliver under pressure, strengthening India’s batting depth for upcoming series and setting a leadership example for future players.
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