India batsman Cheteshwar Pujara showcased his class with the bat as he went on to score an unbeaten 91 runs on Day 3 of the third Test against England at Headingley. Pujara, who was dismissed for 1 in the first innings, and has been on the receiving end of criticism from fans, came on to bat after opener KL Rahul was dismissed for just 8.
But the right-handed batsman showcased his mental tenacity to first stitch a partnership with Rohit Sharma, and then finish off the day with Virat Kohli to keep India afloat in the Test. The visitors finished Day 3 with 215/2 on the board, trailing England by 139 runs.
Twitterati was quick to laud Pujara's innings. Here are some of the reactions:
Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma praised Pujara's showing in the 2nd innings and insisted that there were no concerns over his form in the dressing room.
{{/usCountry}}Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma praised Pujara's showing in the 2nd innings and insisted that there were no concerns over his form in the dressing room.
{{/usCountry}}"To be honest there hasn't been any talk about Pujara's batting. I think the talks are only happening outside. Not a single conversation has happened with Pujara regarding his form inside the team dressing room. We know the quality he brings, we know the experience he brings. When you have a guy like that, I don't think there needs to be much discussion," Rohit said in a reply to a query from ANI at the virtual press conference.