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"My Record Wasn't Broken": Wasim Akram's Tongue-In-Cheek Reaction To Yashasvi Jaiswal's 12 Sixes Feat

Despite the absence of several key players, captain Rohit Sharma led India to a historic win in third Test against England in Rajkot on Sunday. With the likes of Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Mohammed Shami out of action due to various reasons, youngsters, including Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sarfaraz Khan and Dhruv Jurel, impressed as India went 2-1 up in the five match series. While Jaiswal scored his second double century in as many games, debutants Sarfaraz Khan and Dhruv Jurel gave a good account of themselves, helping India register their biggest-ever Test win in terms of runs (434).

In-Form Yashasvi Jaiswal Rises 14 Spots To Break Into Top 20 Of ICC Test Rankings

Young India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal on Wednesday broke into the top-20 of the ICC Test Rankings, rising 14 spots to 15th in the batting charts after scoring back-to-back double centuries in the ongoing series against England. The 22-year-old left-hander joined a select band of seven cricketers to score double centuries in two consecutive Tests including two Indians -- Vinod Kambli and Virat Kohli. Jaiswal scored 209 in India's first innings in the second Test at Visakhapatnam and then hit unbeaten 214 runs in the second essay at Rajkot to contribute in the home team's massive 434-run victory over England that took them 2-1 up in the series.

"Bhagna Mat Pehle": Run Out On Mind, New Video Shows Sarfaraz Khan's Message To Yashasvi Jaiswal On 199*

The third India vs England Test saw several heroes emerge for the Rohit Sharma-led side as it registered its biggest-ever win (in terms of runs) in the format. While Yashasvi Jaiswal scored his second double century in two matches, debutant Sarfaraz Khan returned with 60-plus scores in both the innings. There were solid shows by veterans like Ravindra Jadeja and Rohit Sharma too. However, the first day of the third Test had a much-discussed incident as Sarfaraz Khan was involved in a run out mixup with Ravindra Jadeja.

"You Have To Be A Guru": Australia Great's Advice For England Ahead Of 4th Test vs India

India registered a thumping 434-run victory over England in the third Test in Rajkot on Sunday. This was India's biggest win by a margin of runs in the longest format. After setting a target of 557, Rohit Sharma and co bundled out the visitors for 122 with Ravindra Jadeja taking a five-wicket haul. Earlier, Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed his second double-century to guide India to a huge total. With this win, India took a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. The hosts will now look to gain an unassailable lead with a win in the upcoming fourth Test.

"Ye AajKal Ke Bacche": Rohit Sharma's Post For Team India Trio Breaks The Internet

India skipper Rohit Sharma saw the gen-next take charge in the whites as the likes of Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sarfaraz Khan, and Dhruv Jurel gave important contributions with the bat and in the field to help the team secure a 434-run win against England in the third Test. While the likes of Jaiswal and Sarfaraz orchestrated important partnerships in the middle, Jurel was brilliant behind the stumps, and even inflicted a brilliant run-out.

Rohit Sharma Explains Reason Behind Sarfaraz Khan's Batting Promotion In Rajkot

India took a 2-1 lead in the five-match series against England as they claimed a marvelous victory in the third Test on Sunday. Rohit Sharma and Co. declared their innings at 430/4, setting a huge target of 557 for England on Day 4. However, the visitors could not even inch closer as they got bundled out for 122 and India registered a thumping win by 434 runs. Yashasvi Jaiswal was India's hero as he played a brilliant knock of 214 runs. Apart from him, debutant Sarfaraz Khan also impressed everyone, scoring back-to-back fifties.

"Want To Ask MS Dhoni Why I Was Dropped After Scoring Ton": Just-Retired Star's Explosive Take, Name-Drops "Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma"

Getting an Indian cricket team cap is the ultimate dream for any cricket from the country. But if getting an India call-up is tough, maintaining the India place is ever harder. Many cricketers have shown promise, yet their international career fizzled out after some time. Manoj Tiwary, who served Bengal for about two decades and represented India in 12 ODIs and three T20Is, is part of that list. The player retired a day after Bengal's final match in the Ranji Trophy this season.

Watch: As Rohit Sharma Declares India's Innings vs England In Rajkot Test, Fans Request Him Not To. Then This Happens

The Indian cricket team put up a dominated show against England in their second innings of the third Test in Rajkot. After taking a first-innings lead of 126 runs, the Rohit Sharma-led side came up with a superb show in a bid to set a big target for the guests. Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a majestic double hundred (214 not out) while Shubman Gill (91) and Sarfaraz Khan (68 not out) also contributed heavily as India posted 430 for 4, with an overall lead of 556 runs.

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"My Record Wasn't Broken": Wasim Akram's Tongue-In-Cheek Reaction To Yashasvi Jaiswal's 12 Sixes Feat

In-Form Yashasvi Jaiswal Rises 14 Spots To Break Into Top 20 Of ICC Test Rankings

"Bhagna Mat Pehle": Run Out On Mind, New Video Shows Sarfaraz Khan's Message To Yashasvi Jaiswal On 199*

"You Have To Be A Guru": Australia Great's Advice For England Ahead Of 4th Test vs India

"Ye AajKal Ke Bacche": Rohit Sharma's Post For Team India Trio Breaks The Internet

Rohit Sharma Explains Reason Behind Sarfaraz Khan's Batting Promotion In Rajkot

"Want To Ask MS Dhoni Why I Was Dropped After Scoring Ton": Just-Retired Star's Explosive Take, Name-Drops "Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma"

Watch: As Rohit Sharma Declares India's Innings vs England In Rajkot Test, Fans Request Him Not To. Then This Happens