The Indian Test specialist Cheteshwar Pujara reserved special praise for the bowlers and youngsters of the Indian team for the way they stepped up during the team’s stunning Test series win over Australia earlier this year. Pujara called the fourth Test at the Gabba “one of the most memorable” ones he has been involved in.

In a video shared by the International Cricket Council (ICC), talking about the Australia series, Cheteshwar Pujara said, “Its one of the most memorable Test matches and series I have been part of. We had so many injuries and we were struggling as a team to get out best bowlers out.”

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India lost the first Test, being dismissed for a record low score of 36 in their second innings, but then they pulled off a win in the second, draw the third, and won the fourth Test despite losing most of their crucial cogs due to injuries. Their win in the fourth Test was the first for any visiting team at the Gabba in 38 years.

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Cheteshwar Pujara explained, “All the guys stood up, especially the youngsters, they were challenged and they were ready to take it up. We played as a team but I feel our bowling unit was remarkable.”

Pujara also said that he prefers not to be playing cricket during the off-season as it’s important to switch off from the game.

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The Indian Test specialist explained, “One thing I have learned recently is switching off is the most important part of the game so that when you come back, you come back fresh. So, yes, I still like to hold my bat whenever possible but time off from the game is also very important.”