In summary, Tilaak led India to victory with 72 runs off 55 balls.
India and England will play the third Twenty20 International on January 28. The young batter disclosed that he instructed Bishnoi to play across the line during their partnership.
Before the second Twenty20 International match against England, Tilak Varma shared the counsel he received from Gautam Gambhir. India won the match by two wickets and grabbed a 2-0 series lead, with Tilak being the star of the show.
Following India's stunning victory over England in the Chennai Twenty20 International on Saturday, January 25, Tilak Varma, the match-winner, shared the guidance he received from head coach Gautam Gambhir. India won the match by 2 wickets and took a 2-0 lead in the series because to Tilak's well-timed and controlled 72 from 55 balls.
Before the 22-year-old and the tailenders ultimately won the match, the youthful batter had entered the game with India in a precarious position during the run chase. After winning Player of the Match, Tilak talked about how the wicket was a little two-paced and shared the conversation he had with Gambhir the night before the second Twenty20 International. According to the young batter, Gambhir instructed him to play in accordance with the circumstances and the needs of the squad.
"First of all, the pitch was a little two-paced, and wickets were dropping one after the other. In fact, yesterday I spoke with Gautam Gambhir Sir, and he advised me to play the scenario as it arises. That's what the team needs to do. Take the lead if you want 10 runs in an over. He said, "Bat sensibly," Tilak said.
Regarding his collaboration with Ravi Bishnoi, Tilak further disclosed that he instructed the spinner to maintain the shape and play through the line.
Actually, I advised Ravi to simply hold the shape and play it through the line. He played one shot and one flick shot against Livingstone, as you are aware. "The chase was made easier by those two boundaries," Tilak remarked.
The captains' statements
Suryakumar Yadav, the captain of India, expressed his relief at seeing his country triumph.
"A small sense of relief. We thought 160 was a fantastic score given the way the game was going, but Suryakumar acknowledged that the game was close because of the way they bowled.
The captain of India added that he was pleased with Tilak's batting performance and that all members of the team should take heed. In addition, Suryakumar praised Bishnoi's appearance and made a jest about spending the next few days on his case.
"I'm really pleased with Tilak's batting performance; everyone can benefit from it. It's encouraging to see someone accept accountability. For a few more days, he (Bishnoi) will be on my head (laughs). Ravi Bishnoi is working hard in the nets and hopes to use the bat to help. Tonight, he did it. "Arshdeep batted well, too," Suryakumar remarked.
Jos Buttler, the captain of England, praised Tilak for his knock that helped India cross the finish line and said the game was fantastic. The English captain also gave his bowlers credit for their efforts throughout the game.
"Yeah it was a great game, really exciting game but full credit for Tilak as he took his side over the line."
"Yeah very happy with the effort from our bowlers as we pushed them really close," replied Buttler.
On January 28, India and England will play their third Twenty20 International.
