After his maiden Test hundred during a thrilling draw against England at Manchester during the fourth Test, Indian all-rounder Washington Sundar said that the hundred feels special and the feeling is “difficult to put into words” as reaching a century in Test is “something truly unique”. Notably, both Sundar and Jadeja scored centuries and helped India draw the fourth Test as well.

Sundar said while speaking to JioHotstar, saying, “It feels very special. Honestly, it’s difficult to put this feeling into words because a Test hundred is something truly unique. Every century matters, but this one holds special significance. I got the opportunity to bat at number five, and my only focus was to fight for an entire day. That was the only message from the coach as well. I am just really glad we managed to draw this match.”

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While speaking about the team’s approach in their second innings, Washington Sundar said that the team wanted to play to the merit of the ball, as the wicket offered something to both pacers and spinners as well. However, in three Tests of this series so far, Sundar managed 205 runs in six innings, averaging 51.25, with a century to his name. He has also claimed 7 wickets in five innings at an average of 35.85, with best figures of 4/22 at Lord’s.

“Our focus was to stay disciplined and give everything we could. To experience the moments we did today, especially after managing to draw the game, feels amazing. I think the whole team played really well throughout the Test match, and now it is going to be even more exciting heading into the next one,” Washington Sundar concluded.