Updated On: 16 August, 2025 04:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Before England began their chase on the final day, Kohli gathered his players in a huddle and delivered a now-famous line: "For 60 overs they should feel like hell out there." India had set England a challenging target of 272, and from the first over, Kohli’s words translated into fierce on-field energy

Kohli, speaking after the win, said, "A bit of tension on the field really helped us and really motivated us to finish this game." (Pic: AFP)
Four years ago today, India scripted one of their most iconic Test victories at the revered Lord’s Cricket Ground, defeating England by 151 runs in the second Test of the series. The match will forever be remembered not just for the cricketing brilliance, but for then-captain Virat Kohli’s impassioned speech that lit a fire under his team.
Before England began their chase on the final day, Kohli gathered his players in a huddle and delivered a now-famous line: "For 60 overs they should feel like hell out there."
India had set England a challenging target of 272, and from the first over, Kohli’s words translated into fierce on-field energy. Jasprit Bumrah struck early, forcing Rory Burns into a misjudged shot that flew off his gloves to Mohammed Siraj. The Indian team erupted, closing in on Burns with stares and words.