Cheteshwar Pujara India is set to play its 100th Test on Friday as India take on Australia in the second Test of the four-match Test series. The Men in Blue wished the star player all the best for this remarkable achievement.
In a video released by the BCCI, Pujara’s teammates along with head coach Rahul Dravid are seen wishing the 35-year-old Pujara warm wishes ahead of the Delhi Test.
India captain Rohit Sharma Pujara’s achievement was described as special.
He said, ‘I would like to congratulate Pujara on making it to the 100th Test match for the country. It’s a big, big achievement, not many go on to achieve what you’ve done for your country. Huge congratulations on that,” said Rohit.
“As always happens with any sportsperson, there were ups and downs but you managed to come out of it, which is a good thing,” he added.
India coach Rahul Dravid heaped praise on Pujara and said that it has been a pleasure for him to watch the star batsman develop over the past 10 years.
“Pooji first time I saw you in a Ranji Trophy match against Karnataka where you scored runs and beat Karnataka, which has become a recurring theme, I think it’s been a pleasure watching you grow over the last 10 years The thing is.” Dravid continued.
former captain of india Virat Kohli Pujara’s journey has been called “full of hard work, grit and comebacks”.
“It’s a special day for a very special person. Congratulations Puji on your 100th Test, you’ve come a long way. A journey full of hard work, perseverance, grit and comebacks, and that’s what you are known for.” I wish you all the best, enjoy the moment, it is a big moment not only for you but also for your family and people who have supported you throughout your journey. Playing for India for so long is a big moment. achievement, Kohli said.
Ravichandran Ashwin praised Pujara’s ability to stay at the crease.
“First of all, congratulations to the “White Walkers” of Indian cricket. He’s just standing there. I am not sure how many more players from India will play 100 Tests. This is a huge, overwhelming achievement.
Other players of Team India
While Mohammed Siraj recalled Pujara’s Brisbane knock, Ishan Kishan felt he was very lucky not to have faced Pujara in home games. Akshar Patel and Jaydev Unadkat Shared Pujara’s habits off the field. He talked about Pujara’s poor record on PlayStation and wished that he had better lose in the battle of PlayStation.
Border-Gavaskar Trophy and WTC standings
India won the first test match against Australia by an innings and 132 runs. They would like to maintain the momentum and win the upcoming Test matches to increase their points for the World Test Championship standings.
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