During the Rajkot Test against England, a heartwarming moment unfolded between Indian batsmen Sarfaraz Khan and Yashasvi Jaiswal during the latter’s monumental innings. As Jaiswal approached his double century, Sarfaraz, mindful of their prior miscommunication, cautioned against risky singles.
With Jaiswal on the brink of the milestone at 199 runs, Sarfaraz’s emphatic plea, “bhagna mat pahele” (“don’t run, first”), resonated across the field, echoing his determination to prevent another run-out mishap.
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However, moments later, Jaiswal calmly nudged the ball for a single, clinching his second double century in international cricket. Their jubilant celebration underscored a bond forged beyond mere batting partnerships, earning widespread admiration on social media platforms.
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Meanwhile, in the fourth Test’s second innings, England faced a daunting task chasing India’s mammoth target of 557 runs. Their pursuit stumbled early on, losing four wickets for less than 30 runs, courtesy of incisive bowling from Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah.
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Even Ben Duckett, who had shone with a century in the first innings, succumbed to a run-out cheaply. India’s declaration at 430/4, fueled by Jaiswal’s double century, set an imposing challenge for the visitors. Jaiswal’s stellar performance continued on Day 4, as he added another 110 runs to his score, bolstering his unbeaten tally to 214. Despite Shubman Gill falling short of his century, being run out on 91, Jaiswal found a reliable ally in Sarfaraz Khan.
The duo’s unbroken partnership of 172 runs, with Sarfaraz contributing a vital 68 off 72 balls, exemplified their resilience and shared determination. As Rohit Sharma declared before Tea, Sarfaraz’s gesture of urging Jaiswal to lead the way back to the dressing room symbolized mutual respect and camaraderie.
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Jaiswal’s milestone moment, marked by removing his helmet, kissing the Indian logo, and raising his arms, elicited a thunderous ovation from the crowd. At just 22 years old, his prolific form, highlighted by a match-winning 209 in the second Test, cements his position as the leading run-scorer in the series, with over 500 runs to his credit.
