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Shubman Gill's incredible form in the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy has seen him ascend to the top of an elite list, breaking a record held by one of cricket's all-time greats. Here is the full list - 

This gallery highlights the fastest centuries scored against India in Test cricket, showcasing players who turned the tide of the match with aggressive and fearless batting. It begins with Jamie Smith’s recent 80-ball century at Edgbaston in 2025, a counter-attacking masterclass that helped England recover.

As the match commenced, eyes were keenly watching the new faces in the Indian lineup. Shubman Gill's return after injury adds depth to the batting order, and his recent performances make him a player to watch closely.

Gillespie's comments highlight a significant shift in the management of the Pakistan Test team.

The black soil typically used for wickets in Pune tends to absorb moisture, leading to lower bounce—a characteristic that can frustrate batsmen while giving bowlers a significant advantage.

As the innings progressed, tensions ran high, particularly for Rohit Sharma. During a pivotal moment when New Zealand's openers, Tom Latham and Devon Conway, were steadily building their partnership, Rohit’s frustration boiled over.

Bangladesh was eventually bowled out for 233 runs, trailing by 285 runs. However, the day firmly belonged to India as they declared at 285 for 8, marking a dominant position going into the final day of the Test match.

Shakib Al Hasan's contributions to the Bangladesh team cannot be overstated. As one of the most experienced players in the squad, his presence is vital, especially in a challenging away series against a formidable Indian side.

The collision occurred during the 50th over of India’s innings, when Jadeja was facing Mahmud.

The highlight of the day was undoubtedly the resilient partnership between Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, who salvaged India from a precarious position.

With this commanding victory, India not only reaffirmed their dominance in the WTC but also solidified their position at the top of the points table.

Both R Ashwin and the team management have affirmed their readiness for Ashwin's comeback, emphasizing his pivotal role in the ongoing Test match.

India's decision to bat first in the second Test at Visakhapatnam took an early hit as Rohit Sharma fell to the debutant Shoaib Bashir.

Yashasvi became the 15th Indian opener to notch a century at home against England, joining the ranks of cricket legends such as Sunil Gavaskar, Virender Sehwag, Gautam Gambhir, and Murali Vijay.

India's dreams of clinching a Test series victory in South Africa for the first time were shattered in just three days at SuperSport Park in Centurion.