Rajat Patidar finally makes his Test debut in the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam. He was rewarded for his consistent First-Class performances.
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Replacing injured Rahul
Patidar joined the team for the first two Test matches as Virat Kohli had to pull out due to personal reasons. He made his debut, replacing the injured KL Rahul.
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Two centuries against the Egland Lions
Patidar was in exceptional form as he impressed the selectors with two centuries against the England Lions for India A last month.
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Patidar's impressive FC stats
With 55 First-Class games, Patidar boasts 4,000 runs and an average of 45.97. His tally includes 12 centuries and 22 fifties in red-ball cricket.
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India's redemption quest
India seeks redemption in the second Test after losing the series opener against England by 28 runs. Patidar will be eager to make a mark in this game.