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Team India finally managed to breach the Edgbaston fortress, beating England by 336 runs, for the first time in their Test history.

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In eight attempts before, India had never managed to beat England at the venue, incurring 7 defeats and one draw.

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However, the Shubman Gill-led side turned the tables, securing a dominant victory against Ben Stokes' men.

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Apart from skipper Gill's masterclass batting, it was pacer Akash Deep, who registered a 10-wicket haul and broke a big record.

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Akash Deep, who triggered England's collapse with 6 wickets in the second innings, now holds the record of best figures for an Indian in England.

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He bettered the record held by Chetan Sharma, who had picked up 10 wickets for 188 runs in Birmingham back in 1986.

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Akash Deep edged him as he picked up 10 wickets and leaked 187 runs.

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