Cheteshwar Pujara, the seasoned Indian batsman known for his resilience and solidity at the crease, achieved a significant milestone in his cricketing career during the ongoing Ranji Trophy match between Saurashtra and Vidarbha. His innings of 66 runs, which came off 137 balls, saw him surpass the remarkable feat of accumulating 20,000 runs in first-class cricket.
Pujara’s innings played a pivotal role in Saurashtra’s commanding position against Vidarbha. His patient approach and ability to anchor the innings were on full display as he formed a crucial partnership of 87 runs with Vishvarajsinh Jadeja. Despite his dismissal by Harsh Dubey, Pujara’s contribution laid a strong foundation for Saurashtra’s dominance in the match.
Under the leadership of Jaydev Unadkat, Saurashtra has built a substantial lead of 361 runs over Vidarbha, consolidating their position in the game. Pujara’s milestone not only reflects his personal achievement but also underscores his value as a dependable batsman for his team.
This accomplishment further cements Pujara’s reputation as one of India’s most prolific run-scorers in the first-class format. As the match progresses, all eyes will be on how Pujara’s achievement impacts the outcome and sets the stage for his future performances.
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