A Dream at the Oval | Gemini Storybook
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A Dream at the Oval – Page 1
"Akshay and Harsh, mates for life, had a pact. Forget fancy cars, forget big houses. Their shared dream was simpler, purer: to one day sit in the stands in England, watching their beloved Indian cricket team battle it out in a test match. And now, here they were. The legendary Kia Oval. The air was electric, a proper London buzz mixed with the smell of fresh-cut grass. "Mate, we actually did it," Akshay grinned, slapping Harsh on the back."
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A Dream at the Oval – Page 2
"Day 2. They found their seats, a perfect perch overlooking the hallowed turf. The stadium was a sea of colour and noise. They grabbed those cool little headset radios, tuning into the live commentary. It was like having a secret expert whispering in your ear. The facilities were class, the vibe was electric, and the game was on."
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A Dream at the Oval – Page 3
"The match was a proper nail-biter. England, with their home crowd roaring, came out swinging. But this new, young Indian team had a fire in their bellies. In between the drama, they dived into the stadium food and drinks. "Best day ever?" Harsh asked, taking a sip of his iced drink. Akshay, also holding a drink, just grinned back. "Not even close.""
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A Dream at the Oval – Page 4
"That night, with the game hanging in the balance, they hit the town. London was a blur of bright lights and good times. They laughed about the day's play, debated tactics for tomorrow, and just soaked it all in. For a night, they weren't just cricket fans; they were two mates having the time of their lives in one of the greatest cities on earth."
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A Dream at the Oval – Page 5
"Day 4. The tension was so thick you could cut it with a cricket stump. England needed just 75 runs to win. The home fans were already tasting victory, their chants echoing around the Oval. Akshay felt a knot in his stomach. "It's going to be tight, man," he muttered, gripping the seat."
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A Dream at the Oval – Page 6
"And then, BAM! A flash of red, a roar from the Indian players. A wicket! The crowd went silent. Before they could recover, BAM! Another one! The script had been completely flipped. Harsh was on his feet, screaming his lungs out. "YES! COME ON!" The game was alive again!"
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A Dream at the Oval – Page 7
"England needed 35 runs. India needed just a few more wickets. The air crackled with suspense. And then... the unthinkable. The London sky, which had been a moody grey all day, opened up. Rain. Not just a drizzle, but a proper downpour. The covers came on. Play was stopped. The day was a washout."
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A Dream at the Oval – Page 8
"The match would be decided on the final day. A bonus day of cricket! They didn't have tickets, but there was no way they were missing this. They scrambled online, frantically refreshing the page. "Got 'em!" Akshay yelled, holding up his phone in triumph. They had tickets for the decider."
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A Dream at the Oval – Page 9
"Day 5. Every ball felt like an eternity. The entire stadium held its breath. England crept closer... 30 runs to go... 20... 10... The Indian flags in the crowd waved nervously. "Come on, boys, just one more," Harsh whispered, over and over again."
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A Dream at the Oval – Page 10
"And then, it happened. A perfect delivery, the bails flew, and the stadium erupted! India had won! By seven runs! Strangers hugged strangers. Flags waved wildly. Akshay and Harsh were lost in the joyous chaos, shouting until their voices were hoarse. They had not just watched a cricket match; they had witnessed a miracle. A dream fulfilled in the most dramatic, unforgettable way possible."
