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In an era where analytics, tactics, and cutting-edge science dominate cricket, the Indian team discovered an unexpected source of strength in a timeless devotional chant during their dramatic, series-levelling victory over England at The Oval.

Across the five intense days of the series finale, the Indian dressing room resonated with the Shri Shiva Rudrashtakam Stuti.

India had been under pressure to square the series, especially after Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul fell early in the first innings. At that point, Raghavendra-affectionately known as Raghu-the team's experienced throwdown specialist, decided to try something differ...