During the Elite Group D match against Chhattisgarh on Monday, Pujara scored 234 in 383 balls, with 25 fours and a six. His runs came at a strike rate of 61.09.
With the Border-Gavaskar Trophy set to begin on November 22 in Perth, Australia captain Pat Cummins has said Indian seamer Jasprit Bumrah will be a crucial element in determining the series outcome. Cummins lauded Bumrah's skills and acknowledged the challenge he poses to the Australian team
It will be important for Team India that this batter displays his grit, determination and steely approach to batting to the fullest against a world-class Australian bowling attack. He was in fine form last year. In five Tests and 10 innings in 2022, Pujara scored 409 runs at an average of 45