India Wins ODI Series 2–1 vs Australia Down Under: Here’s How Anushka Sharma, Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag and Others Wished the Men in Blue!

The Indian team won its first bilateral ODI series in Australia, against Australia on Friday. MS Dhoni was adjudged as the ‘Player of the Series’, while Yuzvendra Chahal was adjudged as the ‘Player of the Match’. The performances from Dhoni and Chahal became the difference between the two sides, as India beat Australia in the final ODI at MCG and clinch the series 2-1.

The historic victory was lauded on social media by netizens. Sachin Tendulkar, Harbhajan Singh, VVS Laxman and a slew of other former Indian cricketers applauded India’s maiden ODI series victory on the microblogging site Twitter. India Registers First Ever Bilateral ODI Series Win in Australia, Twitterati React.

Sachin Tendulkar, who was the fulcrum of India’s triumph in 2007-08 Commonwealth ODI Tri-Series, was quite jovial in sharing his happiness. Tendulkar wrote, “Solid team effort to win the ODI series as well and finish a tour filled with excellent cricket. Happy to see @JadhavKedar stand up and deliver when given the opportunity and support @msdhoni, who once again played the role of the anchor beautifully! #INDvAUS.”

Here’s how Sachin Tendulkar wished the Indian Cricket Team:

Former Indian cricketer, and Australia’s biggest nemesis, VVS Laxman summed up the series victory pretty well. He tweeted, “Wonderful calm, composed innings from Dhoni and Kedar Jadhav playing a very important hand. So India do the double, win the test and the one-day series as well. This has been a very fruitful Australia tour for Team India.”

Here’s how VVS Laxman wished the Indian Cricket Team:

Here’s how Virender Sehwag expressed his joy after India’s historic win:

Here’s how Harbhajan Singh reacted to India’s triumph in ODI series:

Here’s how Mohammad Kaif summarised India’s victory against Australia Down Under:

Anushka Sharma, a Bollywood actress and wife of Indian captain Virat Kohli, shared her joy on Twitter too. Anushka wrote, “What an unforgettable & outstanding tour it's been!! Happy to have witnessed the historic victories by the men. HUGE congratulations. And so proud of you my love @imVkohli.” IND vs AUS 3rd ODI 2019 Video Highlights: Yuzvendra Chahal, MS Dhoni Star in India's Maiden ODI Series Win Down Under.

Here’s how Anushka Sharma wished the Indian team, and her love, Virat Kohli!

Earlier today, the Indian team won the 3^rd ODI at the MCG against Australia by seven wickets. The low-scoring match saw an exciting contest from both the sides, where the Indian team came out on top as the night ended.

Watch Video Highlights: India vs Australia 3rd ODI at MCG

After drawing in T20I series, and winning in both Test and ODI series, the Indian team finished their Australian tour on a high. However, sterner tests await for Virat Kohli and co. as they are scheduled to play a 5-match ODI series, and a 3-match T20I series against New Zealand in their backyard! Sachin Tendulkar Used to Get Angry, But Never Seen MS Dhoni Losing Cool: Ravi Shastri.

With ICC World Cup 2019 fast approaching, the Indian team would have a little time to savour the historic victory in Australia. The first ODI against New Zealand will be played on January 23. Stay tuned with us for all the latest updates on India vs New Zealand 2019 Series.

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