Indian pacer Jaydev Unadkat returns to Test cricket: Interesting facts
Unadkat makes a return to Test cricket!
Indian pacer Jaydev Unadkat has returned to Test cricket after 12 years. The left-arm pacer, who debuted in 2010, is featuring in the second Test against Bangladesh.
How did Unadkatfare on his debut?
Unadkat had a forgettable Test debut in Centurion. He conceded 101 runs in 26 overs in India's only innings. The left-arm seamer failed to take a wicket.
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Unadkat missed as many as 118 Tests between his maiden and second match in the format. He became the first Indian and sixth overall player to miss 100 or more Tests between two appearances.
Dravid served asIndia’s number 3 batter
It was the pre-Pujara era when Dravid, India's incumbent head coach, served as a mainstay number three batter.
Kohli was yet tokick-start his Test career
Arguably the most prolific modern-day batter, Virat Kohli was yet to kick-start his Test career. Until Unadkat's Test debut (December 16, 2010), Kohli had cemented his spot in India's ODI squad.
Tendulkar slammedhis 50th Test ton
Sachin Tendulkar, the highest run-scorer in international cricket, was at the fag end of his illustrious career in 2010. He smashed a brilliant 111* (241) in the second innings.
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