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Sarfaraz Khan Equals Monumental Post-Independence National Record with Half-century On Debut

Sarfaraz Khan's much-awaited international debut was worth the wait as he scored a fine half-century on the first day of the third India vs England Test in Rajkot on Thursday. After years of consistent display in the domestic cricket tournaments, Sarfaraz Khan made his debut special with a knock of 62 in 66 balls, with nine fours and a six on the first day of the Test match. His runs came at a strike rate of 93.33.

With "Proudest Moment" Remark, Cheteshwar Pujara Makes Team India Intentions Clear

Away from the Indian Test team, Cheteshwar Pujara continues to construct a mountain of runs in First-Class cricket, with the hope that the doors for the Indian team would once again open for him. At the age of 36, it's difficult for any batter to make an international comeback, especially if the management is looking to give long rope to younger players. But, the fire hasn't yet died in the heart of Pujara, with the player eager to relive the 'proudest moment' of his career, which is to represent his nation.

Ravindra Jadeja Joins Kapil Dev, R Ashwin In Elite Test Club with Show vs England

India's star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja on Thursday showcased his prowess with the bat as he became the third Indian player to achieve over 3000 runs and more than 250 wickets in Tests. Jadeja achieved the milestone during the third Test against England in Rajkot, where he notched up a crucial century to entertain the home crowd. Former India captain Kapil Dev tops the elite list with 5,248 runs and 434 wickets in 131 matches while star spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has so far slammed 3,271 runs and taken 499 wickets in 98 matches.

India vs England: Sarfaraz Khan Breaks Silence On Run Out Mix-Up, Reveals Ravindra Jadeja's Message

In recent history, rarely has any player's international debut made so much noise as Sarfaraz Khan's. And there was every reason for it to happen. Sarfaraz Khan has been one of the most consistent performers in Indian domestic cricket over the past few years. However, the BCCI selectors took their time to rope him in the Indian cricket team. When it happened in Rajkot in the third India vs England Test, there were emotional scenes as his father and wife could not stop their tears. Sarfaraz Khan repaid their faith with a confident innings.

"My Wrong Call": Ravindra Jadeja's Viral Apology After Sarfaraz Khan's Run Out

India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has apologised to debutant batter Sarfaraz Khan after the latter got run out following a mix-up with him during Day 1 of the ongoing 3rd Test in Rajkot. Sarfaraz was batting on 62 before a terrible mix-up between him and Jadeja ended his innings prematurely. Mark Wood affected a direct run out with Sarfaraz well short of his crease at the non-striker's end. Jadeja took to social media after stumps on Day 1, admitting that it was his "wrong call" which led to Sarfaraz's dismissal.

Watch: Rohit Sharma Disgusted As On Song Sarfaraz Khan Departs After Mix-up With Ravindra Jadeja

A long-cherished dream for Sarfaraz Khan and his family came to fruition on Thursday as the Mumbai batter made his international debut. A consistent performer in doemstic cricket, Sarfaraz Khan had to wait for long for his international career to kick-start. When Anil Kumble handed him the Test cap, Sarfaraz Khan's family could not hold back their tears. Sarfaraz Khan then notched his maiden fifty in Test cricket in just 48 balls. He looked primed to play a big knock but then got run out after a horrible mix-up with Ravindra Jadeja.

Watch: Sarfaraz Khan Hugs Father, Wipes Off Wife's Tears After Getting Test Cap

Emotions ran high in the Indian team's huddle this morning when domestic batting star Sarfaraz Khan and wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel were handed their Test caps on debut, before the start of play for the third Test against England on Thursday. A consistent performer on the domestic circuit for Mumbai, Sarfaraz has been in contention for national selection for a long time but the 26-year-old has had to wait for his chance to break into the Indian Test side. Having received his maiden India call-up earlier in the series, Sarfaraz was in line for debut ever since India lost the services of KL Rahul for this Test and also given that his Mumbai teammate Shreyas Iyer lost his spot and Virat Kohli is unavailable.

Ravichandran Ashwin On Verge Of Surpassing Anil Kumble To Achieve Sensational Test Record

Ravichandran Ashwin is on the verge of surpassing legendary Indian cricket team spinner Anil Kumble to claim a sensational record in the third Test match against England in Rajkot starting Thursday. The veteran cricketer is just five wickets away from becoming the Indian bowler with the highest Test wickets at home. Kumble currently holds the record with 350 wickets from 63 matches while Ashwin has taken 346 wickets from 57 matches. Overall, Sri Lanka's Muttiah Muralitharan holds the record with 493 wickets from 73 matches with the help of 45 five-wicket hauls and 15 ten-wicket hauls.

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Sarfaraz Khan Equals Monumental Post-Independence National Record with Half-century On Debut

With "Proudest Moment" Remark, Cheteshwar Pujara Makes Team India Intentions Clear

Ravindra Jadeja Joins Kapil Dev, R Ashwin In Elite Test Club with Show vs England

India vs England: Sarfaraz Khan Breaks Silence On Run Out Mix-Up, Reveals Ravindra Jadeja's Message

"My Wrong Call": Ravindra Jadeja's Viral Apology After Sarfaraz Khan's Run Out

Watch: Rohit Sharma Disgusted As On Song Sarfaraz Khan Departs After Mix-up With Ravindra Jadeja

Watch: Sarfaraz Khan Hugs Father, Wipes Off Wife's Tears After Getting Test Cap

Ravichandran Ashwin On Verge Of Surpassing Anil Kumble To Achieve Sensational Test Record