Amidst the continuing controversy surrounding the recent layoffs at Microsoft’s global offices, the company’s CEO, Satya Nadella, took a break to share his thoughts on the recently concluded Test cricket series between the Indian and England cricket teams. Nadella, who is a known cricket enthusiast, has offered a tribute to the recently concluded Test cricket series between India and England.
Taking to his X account, Nadella commented on the hard-fought five-match series, which ended in a 2-2 draw, hailing it as a “masterclass in resilience, strategy, and sportsmanship.”
Nadella hailed the series as timeless glory
In his post, Nadella wrote, “25 days. 5 battles. Scores tied 2-2. This isn’t just a game — it’s Test Cricket in all its timeless glory. A series for the ages. Hats off to IND & ENG for the drama, grit, and greatness.”
Nadella’s post quickly went viral, resonating with cricket fans globally and garnering over 3 lakh views. The tech leader and CEO of Microsoft, who has often spoken about his passion for the sport, praised both teams for their thrilling performances. He celebrated the series as “Test Cricket in all its timeless glory,” highlighting the “drama, grit, and greatness” displayed by the players.
The hard-fought nature of the series, with both teams trading blows throughout the five matches, made the drawn conclusion a fitting end to a memorable contest.
A brief outlook on India vs England cricket match
The five-match series culminated in a nail-biting finish at The Oval, where India clinched a narrow 6-run victory to level the series. A monumental 195-run partnership between England’s Harry Brook and Joe Root had initially swung the momentum back in the hosts’ favour, after India seemed poised for a comfortable win.
However, India’s bowlers, led by a fired-up Mohammed Siraj, found a second wind after the tea break on Day 4. They picked up crucial wickets, setting the stage for a tense final day. The match was extended into Day 5 due to bad light and rain, intensifying the drama for fans worldwide.
The thrilling conclusion came from a sensational delivery by Siraj, who bowled a rapid 143 kmph yorker to dismiss Gus Atkinson, sealing the victory for India with England needing just seven more runs.