Ajinkya Rahane, Ravindra Jadeja may have taken Australia’s game: Sachin Tendulkar | Cricket news

MELBOURNE: The Legendary Sachin Tendulkar feels that the unbroken partnership of 104 races between the alternate captain of India Ajinkya rahane and Ravindra Jadeja could have taken the game away from Australia in the second test here on Sunday.
India finished the second day at 277-5 to secure a practical 82-run lead, with Rahane strengthening at 104 and Jadeja at 40, the two having added what could be a game-changing 104-run partnership for the sixth straight. shutter.
“@RealShubmanGill got off to a good start on debut with some good shots and looked comfortable in the fold. @ Ajinkyarahane88 and @imjadeja have created a very crucial partnership that can take Australia’s game,” Tendulkar tweeted.

“Last but not least, a fantastic shot from @ ajinkyarahane88, who not only looked solid in defense, but was also looking to play attacking shots. He kept the momentum going really well.”

The Indians defeated Australia 195 on Saturday’s opening day, and Tendulkar praised the players for their impressive show.
“Two good days for India in Test 2. @ Jaspritbumrah93, @ ashwinravi99 and Mohammed Siraj all played very well and continued to push to restrict Australia to a low total.
“Well done to alternate captain Ajinkya who made some really smart bowling changes along … with great field locations,” observed Tendulkar.

Regular captain virat Kohli, who returned home after leading the team in the first test in Adelaide for the birth of their first child, called Rahane’s century of hardworking “top cap.”
“Another great day for us. Proper test cricket at its best. Absolutely Jinks’ best shot,” Kohli tweeted.