India has got a huge superstar. He's not only a T20 player': Gambhir told to back Tilak Varma as 'all-format player'

Tilak Varma News: Tilak Varma's unbeaten score of 72 from 55 balls secured India's narrow two-wicket win in their successful chase of 166 runs to lead the five-match series 2-0.

The 22-year-old entered the match and immediately put the English bowlers under intense pressure with his explosive start. When India suffered regular losses of wickets Tilak Varma India stepped up to anchor the innings before displaying exceptional game insight during the final overs by partnering with the tailenders to guide India to victory.

By partnering with Washington Sundar and Ravi Bishnoi Tilak remained at the crease through the end and secured the winning runs with four balls to spare. The combination of four boundaries and five sixes in his performance won him the Player of the Match award.

Rayudu declared India has discovered a future superstar in Tilak who shows promise as a versatile all-format player. T20 cricket is not the only format where he excels. Tilak varma form displayed impressive maturity during today’s match (India vs England 2nd T20I) which indicates that he can become a match-winning player for India across many years. My view is that he deserves support across all cricket formats.

Tilak displayed exceptional consistency in T20Is as he amassed 318 runs without getting out which includes two centuries. Rayudu pointed out how captain Suryakumar Yadav played a crucial role in enhancing Tilak’s self-assurance.

My experience in Hyderabad has shown me his development into a superstar cricketer. He has played four extraordinary knocks. Rayudu remarked that since Suryakumar Yadav took over as captain he has demonstrated full commitment by living up to the trust shown in him and the confidence provided to him.

Tilak's versatility in handling various match situations proves his preparedness for larger challenges. The batter aims to extend his excellent performance throughout the third T20I against England scheduled at Rajkot for January 28.