India's head coach Gautam Gambhir lauded the team's high-risk, high-reward approach that secured a 4-1 series win against England in Twenty20 Internationals. He emphasized the selflessness and fearlessness in their play, aiming for big scores like 250-plus, even if it means occasional setbacks. Varun Chakravarthy's bowling was also a key factor in their success.
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