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India strengthened its hold with the strong batting of these two. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar also did not stop praising them.
Yashasvi completed his century in 127 balls, showing a great combination of patience and aggression.
He scored 118 runs with 14 fours and 2 sixes, but was caught at deep third man off Josh Tongue. By then India’s lead was over 250 runs. On the other hand, Akash Deep played a brilliant innings of 66 runs in 94 balls.
This fast bowler, who came in the role of nightwatchman, hit a half-century by hitting a slog off Gus Atkinson. His 107-run partnership with Yashasvi troubled the English bowlers.
Sachin’s passionate reaction
Sachin wrote on X, “Outstanding 100 by Yashasvi on a sporting pitch that tested courage and concentration. Full marks to Akashdeep too, batting with heart and determination under pressure. Keep fighting, India.”
Yashasvi scored a century on a difficult pitch where courage and focus were needed. He also praised Akash Deep, who batted with passion under pressure.
India suffered some setbacks after lunch. Captain Shubman Gill was out on the first ball after scoring 11 runs. Karun Nair also returned to the pavilion early after scoring 17 runs.
At the time of writing the news, India’s score was 273 runs for 6 wickets, and Ravindra Jadeja and Dhruv Jurel were at the crease. India’s lead is now more than 270 runs.
What is the specialty of this match?
This Test is not just a game of runs, but a show of courage and passion. Yashasvi’s explosive batting and Akash Deep’s fearlessness showed that the Indian team is no less than anyone.
England missed Chris Woakes, who is out with a shoulder injury. India is now moving towards a big score, which could become a problem for England.