India batsman Cheteshwar Pujara has once again slammed a ton in the ongoing Ranji Trophy for Saurashtra, his fourth of the season, this time against minnows Manipur. Playing close to where Team India is playing their third Test in Rajkot, Pujara brought up his 63rd first-class century at the Sanosara Cricket Ground in Rajkot as well.
What was even more noteworthy was the fact, Pujara brought up his ton in only 102 balls, hitting 12 fours and a six in the process. This is a huge effort from the veteran, who is often criticized for slow strike-rate.
Pujara Can’t be Ignored
With scores of 243*(356), 49(100), 43(77), 43(105), 66(137), 91(133), 3(16), 0(6), 110(230), 25(60) & 108(105), in the Ranji Trophy this year, Pujara has made it amply clear, that he deserves a spot in the Indian side. Until the previous match, he had scored 673 runs in seven matches, at an average of 77.
As far as the Saurashtra vs Manipur match is concerned, the latter were bundled out for 142, and the hosts have extended their lead over 350.
