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Here's Why Indian Players Are Sporting Black Armbands On Day 3 Of 3rd Test vs England

Indian players wore black armbands in the memory of former captain Dattajirao Gaekwad on the third day of the ongoing third Test against England in Rajkot on Saturday. Dattajirao, who played 11 Tests for India between 1951 and 1962, died on February 13 after remaining hospitalised for 12 days. At 95, he was India's oldest living Test cricketer. Dattajirao was the father of former India batter and coach Aunshuman Gaekwad.

Watch: Heartwarming Reaction Of Sarfaraz Khan's Wife On Debutant's Test Fifty vs England Goes Viral

Sarfaraz Khan on Thursday made his India debut during the third Test of the five-match series against England in Rajkot. A prolific run-getter in Indian domestic cricket, Sarfaraz got his Test cap from former captain Anil Kumble with his teary-eyed father, Naushad Khan, and wife looking on from a close distance. The batter made the most of the opportunity with his 48-ball fifty to take the attack to the opposition bowlers and shine on a day of centuries by skipper Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja.

Ravindra Jadeja "Sold Him Down The River": Ex-England Star's Take On Sarfaraz Khan Run-Out

Star batter Sarfaraz Khan smashed a stylish 62 off 66 balls on his Test debut for India during the third Test against England in Rajkot. He put on a sparkling show of batting and looked on course to hit a big score but a miscommunication with all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja in the middle cut short his brilliant innings. Sarfaraz was run out by Mark Wood at the non-striker's end. Jadeja played the ball towards mid-on and took a couple of steps before denying Sarfaraz the single. By this time, the debutant was already way out of his crease and a direct hit from Wood caught him well short at non-striker's end.

Rohit Sharma Shatters 72-Year-Old Record To Make History With Test Ton Against England

Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma looked in sublime touch as he slammed a brilliant century on Day 1 of the third Test match against England in Rajkot on Thursday. It was a nearly perfect knock from the veteran batter as he achieved the milestone with the help of 12 fours and 2 sixes. It was a significant knock with respect to the match as India lost the trio of Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rajat Patidar early in the first session. However, Rohit kept playing his natural game and stitched together a sensational partnership with Ravindra Jadeja. Thanks to the century, Rohit became the oldest Indian cricket team captain to score a Test ton.

"Think It's A T20 Game": Rohit Sharma's Cheeky IPL Dig At Ravindra Jadeja Over No-Balls

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma took a cheeky dig with reference to the Indian Premier League (IPL) at Ravindra Jadeja on Day 2 of the third Test match against England in Rajkot. Jadeja did not have a good outing with the ball after scoring a century and the all-rounder ended up conceding 33 runs in 4 overs with two no-balls. During the 31st over of the England innings, Jadeja bowled two no-balls to Joe Root and Rohit commented that he never bowls these many no-balls in the IPL and joked that he should think that it is a T20 game and bowl accordingly.

BCCI "Above IPL Franchises": Jay Shah Reveals 'Mandate' Ahead Of T20 World Cup

The next few months will be really crucial for the Indian cricket team. After the India vs England Test series ends, it will be total T20 action for the top stars starting with the two-month long Indian Premier League. Once the IPL ends, it will be time for the 2024 T20 World Cup in June. India, after their heartbreak in the final of the 2023 ODI World Cup, will be eager to shake off the result and mark a fresh start.

Cheteshwar Pujara Bats In Rajkot Nets Amid India's Top-Order Collpase In 3rd Test vs England

Veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara hit the nets in the practice area of the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot amid the ongoing third Test between India and England at the same venue. The out-of-favour India batter was preparing for his next Ranji Trophy team Saurashtra's upcoming game against Manipur, set to begin at the C ground of the newly-named Niranjan Shah Cricket Stadium on Friday. As ironic at it may sound, Pujara hit the nets after India lost three early wickets in the morning session.

"Dhyan Rakhna Sir", Sarfaraz Khan's Father Tells Rohit Sharma. India Captain's Humble Response

Though the duo of Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja scored centuries to put India in the driving seat on Day 1 of the third Test against England, it was the debutant Sarfaraz Khan who remained the biggest talking point. After grinding in domestic cricket for years, the biggest moment in Sarfaraz's career came on Thursday as he earned the India cap from the hands of the legendary Anil Kumble. Before the start of the match, however, even India skipper Rohit Sharma had a heartwarming conversation with Sarfaz's father who was in attendance as his sone realised his dream of representing India.

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Here's Why Indian Players Are Sporting Black Armbands On Day 3 Of 3rd Test vs England

Watch: Heartwarming Reaction Of Sarfaraz Khan's Wife On Debutant's Test Fifty vs England Goes Viral

Ravindra Jadeja "Sold Him Down The River": Ex-England Star's Take On Sarfaraz Khan Run-Out

Rohit Sharma Shatters 72-Year-Old Record To Make History With Test Ton Against England

"Think It's A T20 Game": Rohit Sharma's Cheeky IPL Dig At Ravindra Jadeja Over No-Balls

BCCI "Above IPL Franchises": Jay Shah Reveals 'Mandate' Ahead Of T20 World Cup

Cheteshwar Pujara Bats In Rajkot Nets Amid India's Top-Order Collpase In 3rd Test vs England

"Dhyan Rakhna Sir", Sarfaraz Khan's Father Tells Rohit Sharma. India Captain's Humble Response