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India vs England: Fan Accurately Predicts Sarfaraz Khan's Run-Out, Internet Stunned

Debutant Sarfaraz Khan's maiden innings for the Indian cricket team was short-lived as the batter got himself run out after a terrible mix-up with Ravindra Jadeja on Day 1 of the third Test against England. Sarfaraz scored a stunning 62 runs off 66 balls, striking at a rate of over 90 in his maiden innings for the Indian team. But, the young lad's hopes of converting this start into a triple-digit score were shattered following the miscommunication with Jadeja. However, what is interesting is that a fan had already predicted this on social media.

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah Takes England Bowlers To Cleaners, Rohit Sharma's Reaction Can't Be Missed

Arguably the finest bowler in the world, Jasprit Bumrah produced a fine cameo with the bat on Day 2 of the third Test against England, scoring 26 runs off just 28 balls. Exhibiting a rare display of his batting prowess, Bumrah registered 3 fours and 1 six during his stay in the middle, powering the Indian team to 445 runs in the first innings at Rajkot. Seeing Bumrah hit some exquisite shots, including a six down the ground, even India captain Rohit Sharma was quite impressed.

Ravichandran Ashwin Breaks Silence Over Receiving Five-Run Penalty Against England

Ravichandran Ashwin made history by becoming the second Indian cricket team bowler ever to take 500 Test wickets but it was not the only thing that grabbed headlines regarding the veteran spinner on Friday. During Day 2 of the third Test match against England, Ashwin received a five-run penalty for running over the over the protected area of the pitch. As a result, England started their first innings on 5 for no loss. After the end of day's play, Ashwin opened up about the incident and took complete blame for the five-run penalty.

"Should Have Done It On Day 1": Sunil Gavaskar Unhappy Over India's 'Late' Black Armband Gesture For Great

The Indian cricket team players on Saturday wore black armbands as a mark of respect 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.

Watch: Sarfaraz Khan Gets "Special Phone Call" After Scoring Fifty On India Debut

After a long wait, Sarfaraz Khan finally made his India debut on Thursday. The right-handed batter was named in the playing XI of the Rohit Sharma-led side for the third Test match against England in Rajkot. Sarfaraz made the most of the opportunity with a 62-run knock off 66 balls. He batted with positive intent and took the England bowlers to the cleaners with some really good shots. Sarfaraz raced to his fifty in 48 balls before his knock came to a misfortunate end. The batter was run out after a horrible mix-up with Ravindra Jadeja in the middle.

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.

Can India Replace Ravichandran Ashwin With Another Player? What Does The Rule Book Say?

India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin pulled of the squad for the third Test against England, currently being played in Rajkot, due to a family emergency. The latest development came hours after Ashwin took his 500th Test wicket, only the second Indian to do so after the legendary Anil Kumble. While the BCCI initially did not provide the reason behind Ashwin's decision, the board's Vice-President Rajeev Shukla revealed that the player's mother was facing the medical emergency. "Wishing speedy recovery of mother of @ashwinravi99 . He has to rush and leave Rajkot test to Chennai to be with his mother," he posted on X (formerly Twitter).

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India vs England: Fan Accurately Predicts Sarfaraz Khan's Run-Out, Internet Stunned

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah Takes England Bowlers To Cleaners, Rohit Sharma's Reaction Can't Be Missed

Ravichandran Ashwin Breaks Silence Over Receiving Five-Run Penalty Against England

"Should Have Done It On Day 1": Sunil Gavaskar Unhappy Over India's 'Late' Black Armband Gesture For Great

Watch: Sarfaraz Khan Gets "Special Phone Call" After Scoring Fifty On India Debut

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

Can India Replace Ravichandran Ashwin With Another Player? What Does The Rule Book Say?