NEW DELHI: Global No.1 all-rounder Ravindra Jadaja etched his identify into the file books on Saturday, turning into the primary Indian batter to attain over 500 runs in a Take a look at sequence whilst batting at No.6 or decrease. The landmark got here all the way through Day 3 of the 5th and ultimate Take a look at in opposition to England at The Oval, as Jadeja endured his prolific run with the bat within the sequence.Reside Ranking: India vs England fifth Take a look atThe 36-year-old surpassed the former Indian file of 474 runs at that place, held via VVS Laxman in opposition to West Indies in 2002. Nonetheless batting in India’s 2d innings, Jadeja’s tally now stands over 500 runs, together with one century and 5 fifties, with a easiest rating of 107 no longer out at Manchester within the fourth Take a look at.Move Past The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Jadeja turns into the 3rd batter from each side within the sequence to breach the 500-run mark, following skipper Shubman Gill (754) and KL Rahul (532), underlining his all-round price in one of the crucial fiercely contested Take a look at sequence in contemporary reminiscence. With the ball, Jadeja has additionally contributed via taking seven wickets to this point.
Maximum runs for India at No.6 or decrease in a Take a look at sequence
- 500* – Ravindra Jadeja vs ENG, 2025 (Away)
- 474 – VVS Laxman vs WI, 2002 (Away)
- 374 – Ravi Shastri vs ENG, 1984/85 (House)
- 350 – Rishabh Pant vs Aus, 2018/19 (Away)
Previous within the day, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a very good 118 — his 2d century of the sequence — serving to India construct a frightening lead over England. England, if they’re to chase down the objective and win the sequence 3-1, will wish to damage a file that has stood since 1902 — the easiest a success fourth innings chase at The Oval being 263.
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Jaiswal and nightwatchman Akash Deep shared a memorable 107-run partnership for the 3rd wicket, with the quick bowler scoring a gritty 66. Jadeja’s composed presence post-tea ensured India surged previous the 300-run lead, hanging them firmly within the motive force’s seat within the sequence decider.