Friday, 25 March 2016

Who are the only Indians to bat on all five days of a Test ?



Batsmen who bat on all five days of a Test match are a rare breed. It takes a special kind of resilience and concentration to be able to do so, especially in the face of hostile bowling conditions. There have only been a handful of Indians who have achieved this feat, and their names are etched in the history of Indian cricket.

ML Jaisimha

The first Indian to bat on all five days of a Test match was ML Jaisimha. He did it against Australia in 1960, scoring 20* and 74. Jaisimha was a stylish batsman who was known for his elegant strokeplay. He was also a very good fielder, and he took 12 catches in the match.

Ravi Shastri

The second Indian to bat on all five days of a Test match was Ravi Shastri. He did it against England in 1984, scoring 111 and 7*. Shastri was a hard-hitting batsman who was known for his aggressive batting style. He was also a very good captain, and he led India to a famous victory in the match.

Cheteshwar Pujara

The third Indian to bat on all five days of a Test match was Cheteshwar Pujara. He did it against Sri Lanka in 2017, scoring 52 and 22. Pujara is a technically-sound batsman who is known for his patience and concentration. He is one of the most reliable batsmen in the Indian team, and he is often called upon to bat through tough situations.

Batsmen who bat on all five days of a Test match are a testament to their skill, determination, and mental toughness. They are an inspiration to all cricket fans, and their names will be remembered for generations to come.

 

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