Washington Sundar, India and England
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Washington Sundar's maiden international century, along with Ravindra Jadeja's ton, helped India draw the fourth Test against England, keeping the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy alive. After India was reduced to 0/2,
There's still a lack of clarity on his exact role in the team right now, but he has what it takes to be an elite allrounder
After missing out on centuries against England twice in the past, most recently in 2021, when he was left stranded at scores of 85* and 96*, Washington Sundar got his moment when it mattered the most.
As per Washington Sundar's father, only his son doesn't receive the same treatment while everyone else keeps getting a steady run.
Washington scored his maiden Test century and helped India save the fourth Test in Manchester, stitching a 200-plus partnership with Ravindra Jadeja.
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Former India player Aakash Chopra has praised Washington Sundar for scoring a match-saving century in the fourth Test against England.
Gill was hesitant to bring on Sundar, but Ravindra Jadeja was given a few overs in between. The fact that Sundar had taken five wickets in the last Test at Lord's made it all the more surprising.
Washington Sundar’s father has criticised the BCCI selectors and Indian cricket team management for giving his son a hard deal even as the all-rounder continues to do well for the team whenever given an opportunity.