India scripted history winning their first ever series on Australian soil beating the home team 2-1 after the fourth and final Test ended in a tame draw due to inclement weather.

President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday hailed the Indian cricket team’s maiden Test series triumph in Australia, calling the feat a historic accomplishment.

It is a rare first Down Under for India since Lala Amarnath’s side visited the country back in 1947-48 months after independence to face Sir Don Bradman’s ‘Invincibles’.

Virat Kohli said he has never been more proud of being part of a team, than this one right here. Former captain Sunil Gavaskar said this is history and a terrific moment for Indian cricket