IND vs ENG Test Day 3 Recap: Jaiswal's Explosive Innings Halted At 104 Due To Injury, Siraj Shines With Ball

Yashasvi Jaiswal's exceptional innings in the Rajkot Test came to an abrupt pause as back spasms forced him to retire hurt on Saturday. Despite his discomfort, Jaiswal managed a remarkable 104 runs off just 133 balls before the physio intervened during the 42nd over.

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After receiving medication and some stretches, he bravely continued for another over, visibly struggling, before ultimately leaving the field to a standing ovation from the crowd and appreciation from both the Indian and England teams.

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Initially playing a more subdued role as Rohit Sharma dominated, Jaiswal shifted gears after Sharma's departure, unleashing a flurry of attacking shots against the English bowlers. Despite a cautious start, he accelerated swiftly, reaching his half-century with a towering six and eventually notching up a century with relative ease.

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How Ben Stokes celebrated Yashasvi Jaiswal's brilliant knock

In a tense battle against England, Yashasvi Jaiswal's innings took a dramatic turn when James Anderson's short-ball tactics prompted a fierce response. With Ben Stokes orchestrating a formidable field, Jaiswal unleashed a series of audacious strokes, defying the mounting pressure. Stokes couldn't help but applaud Jaiswal's boldness as he dispatched deliveries to all corners of the ground, steadily accumulating runs.

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Approaching his century, Mark Wood's bouncer barrage tested Jaiswal's resolve, but he stood firm, showcasing both courage and skill. Despite battling a nagging back injury, Jaiswal's determination shone through as he soldiered on, ultimately reaching his milestone before reluctantly leaving the field. In a heartwarming display of sportsmanship, Stokes offered a congratulatory high-five, a fitting tribute to Jaiswal's remarkable innings and the spirit of the game.

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Jaiswal's stellar performance not only put India in control of the match but also extended his lead as the series' top run-scorer, going past the 400-run mark and cementing his status as a standout performer for the team. The opener played a heroic 209 in the Vizag Test, which laid the foundation for India's win.

IND vs ENG Test Day 3 stumps report

Yashasvi Jaiswal's magnificent hundred propelled India to 196/2 at stumps, stretching the overall lead to 322 runs and consolidating their position against England on the third day of the third Test. Shubman Gill (65) and nightwatchman Kuldeep Yadav (3) were the two Indian batters at the crease when the stumps were drawn as Jaiswal retired hurt after scoring 104 in 133 balls.

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Resuming the day on their overnight score of 207/2, England were bowled out for 319 in their first innings, with seamer Mohammed Siraj (4/84) emerging as the most successful Indian bowler.

There were two wickets apiece for Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja as India made a fine comeback to bowl out England in 71.1 overs. Thanks to their bowlers' efforts, India grabbed the upper hand with a 126-run first-innings lead as the tourists could add just 112 runs to their overnight score.

The home team had made 445 in their first innings with Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja scoring centuries. Ben Duckett, starting the day on 133, was dismissed for 153 while skipper Ben Stokes contributed 41, even as the others failed to make any substantial contribution for England with the bat.

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