Star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja scored the fourth test century of his career.
Sarfaraz Khan and Dhruv Jurel made their Test debut in the third Test match being played between India and England in Rajkot. Today became a memorable day especially for Sarfaraz Khan. While batting, he scored a half-century in the debut match itself.
Earlier, Indian captain Rohit Sharma batted brilliantly and scored the 11th century of his Test career. Apart from him, star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja also scored the fourth Test century of his career.
There was a flood of reactions on social media after the century innings of Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja. Sachin Tendulkar, Sanjay Manjrekar, Dinesh Karthik, Robin Uthappa, Irfan Pathan and other greats congratulated both of them.
After the flamboyant innings of Sarfaraz Khan, the cricket world showered love on him. Fans also praised Sarfaraz and gave their reactions. However, he was run out in the 83rd over of the innings, on which Indian captain Rohit Sharma’s temper went high. In dressing form he hit his cap hard on the ground. Its picture went viral on social media.
Earlier, when his son Sarfaraz Khan got the debut cap, his father had tears of joy in his eyes. He kissed the cap and wished his son all the best. Its pictures went viral very fast on social media.
It’s only the 1st day of this Test, but a crucial partnership between @ImRo45 and @imJadeja has moved #TeamIndia from a precarious position to a good one. Well played.#INDvENG pic.twitter.com/bPtDxnElCT
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) February 15, 2024
Well played Bapu ✊✊ Jai mother di @imjadeja
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) February 15, 2024
Ravindra Jadeja, who is aware of every nook and corner of Rajkot, will take care of this match. 💯 👏 Well done father. #INDvsENGTest
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) February 15, 2024
,@imjadeja you beauty!🔥 What a century 💯 A proper Test match innings that had it all. Take a bow, sir!#INDvENG pic.twitter.com/y7kpst7A3V
— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) February 15, 2024
RaJa ruling his home territory in Rajkot! Keeps reminding the world with performances like these why he is one of the best all-rounders.#IndvEng @imjadeja
— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) February 15, 2024
The fruit of sabar is sweet. What a start to test Cricket Sarfaraz Khan. Congratulations on a fantastic debut. #SarfarazKhan #INDvsENGTest
— Junaid khan (@JunaidkhanREAL) February 15, 2024
For guys who hit sixes for fun to restrain themselves against the spinners bowling with an in-field & that too for hours was just brilliant, from Rohit & Jadeja!
— Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) February 15, 2024
Impressive start from Sarfaraz Kahn on Test debut really looked the part. Watched him brilliant score 100 against England lions. Amazing 1st class record and has smashed the door down to get into this India Test team that has so much talent. Good see him take his opportunity.
— Ian Bell (@Ian_Bell) February 15, 2024
Wow! In a flash, Sarfaraz sprints to a 50 on his debut! 🌟 What an electrifying start to his international career. 🔥Here’s to many more.#INDvENG
— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) February 15, 2024
Keep grinding in domestic cricket, and your chance to shine for Team India will come. Sarfaraz Khan’s standout performance today is a testament to that. A well-deserved half-century! #INDvsENGTest
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) February 15, 2024
Emotional scenes! Just so proud of you #SarfarazKhan, A big salute to his parents!
He waited so long for this and proved what hard work and determination can do!
50 in debut for the young man! Many more to come!
Great comeback for 🇮🇳#INDvsENGTest #IndVEng #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/XoW9yNQx4R
— MANOJ TIWARY (@tiwarymanoj) February 15, 2024
In times of need @ImRo45‘s brilliant 💯 has put the team in a strong position! 👏🏾 A composed innings from the skipper.🙌🏾 #INDvENG pic.twitter.com/JBhH9nzNGU
— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) February 15, 2024
DO NOT MISS
🎥 That moment when captain @ImRo45 brought up a fine 💯 👏 👏
Follow the match ▶️ https://t.co/FM0hVG5pje#TeamIndia , #INDvENG , @IDFCFIRSTBank pic.twitter.com/MtK2wm89CQ
— BCCI (@BCCI) February 15, 2024
Sharma u beauty 👏👏 take a bow what a century ❤️ @ImRo45 #INDvsENGTest
— Rahul Sharma (@ImRahulSharma3) February 15, 2024
Congratulations @benstokes38 on your 100th test!!
What an amazing journey it’s been great to watch!! England’s best!! @englandcricket #matchwinner #gamechanger pic.twitter.com/a83SraKnNH— Ian Bell (@Ian_Bell) February 15, 2024