NEW DELHI: Former
England
captain
Michael Vaughan
took to social media to laud
Ravindra Jadeja
for his stellar all-round performance in the ongoing first Test between India and England in Hyderabad.
Jadeja played a crucial role in both batting and bowling, taking three wickets for 88 runs in England's first innings and contributing with a gritty half-century before being dismissed for 87.
Vaughan expressed his admiration for Jadeja, stating, "He has to be the best
allrounder
in the world at the moment @imjadeja."
Jadeja's all-round efforts helped India gain a significant advantage in the Test. India took a 190-run first innings lead in the match.
Ollie Pope
's brilliant century was a standout performance for England in the second innings as they temporarily resisted India's push for victory.
In the first innings, India posted a total of 436, after bowling England out for 246. Jadeja's valuable contributions with both bat and ball showcased his prowess as an all-rounder.
The Test match in Hyderabad has been marked by several noteworthy performances, including Pope's resilient century and India's dominant display with both bat and ball. The contest remains intriguing as both teams seek to gain the upper hand in the remainder of the match.