India’s star all-rounder, Ravindra Jadeja, marked a sensational comeback after recovering from injury, treating his home crowd to a spectacular display in the third Test of the India-England series at the Saurashtra Cricket Stadium in Rajkot. Jadeja’s brilliance unfolded as he stepped in to bat with India struggling at 33/3. Teaming up with captain Rohit Sharma (131), Jadeja played a crucial role in steering the team to a commanding position.
Displaying immense composure, he weathered the early pressure, showcasing one of his finest Test innings. The all-rounder, widely regarded as the MVP of the Indian Test team, demonstrated his exceptional skills by first reaching a well-deserved half-century. However, Jadeja’s focus extended beyond a mere fifty as he powered through to a century, a poignant moment at his home ground.
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Celebrating his Test ton in 198 balls, Jadeja refrained from extravagant celebrations, cognizant of his involvement in the run-out of Sarfaraz Khan. Despite the momentary lapse, Jadeja’s performance underscored his significance to the team.
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Ravindra Jadeja has been a force to reckon with at the Rajkot venue, amassing 1564 runs in 12 matches at an astonishing average of over 142, including four half-centuries and six centuries.
At the close of Day 1, Jadeja remained unbeaten at 110 off 212 balls, embellished with nine boundaries and two sixes, contributing significantly to India’s total of 326 for five. His innings marked a special milestone as he joined an elite list of Indian players with both 3,000 runs and 200 wickets in Test cricket, a feat previously achieved by legends Kapil Dev and Ravichandran Ashwin.
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With 3003 runs and 280 wickets to his name, Jadeja’s dual prowess in batting and bowling places him in a pivotal role for India. As the Test unfolds, Jadeja’s contribution with both bat and ball becomes crucial for India’s chances of securing victory. The all-rounder’s consistent form suggests that his impact in the match is likely to increase, boding well for Team India’s aspirations in the ongoing series.
