Ravindra Jadeja Nears Historic Milestone in England Series

Ravindra Jadeja has quietly amassed a record-breaking performance during the current England tour, transforming it into one of the most memorable phases of his Test career. The dynamic Indian all-rounder is merely 21 runs shy of eclipsing VVS Laxman's long-standing record of 474 runs, achieved during India's 2002 West Indies tour. This record for the most runs scored in an away Test series by a batsman positioned at number six or lower could soon fall to Jadeja, who currently has 454 runs and is poised to surpass the legendary cricketer in the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

Jadeja's batting consistency has been nothing short of extraordinary throughout this series. Across four Tests, he has racked up four half-centuries and an impressive unbeaten century, scoring 107 runs in a match-saving innings in Manchester. His current series batting average of 113.50 is usually reserved for top-order batters, highlighting his exceptional performance as a lower middle-order player.

Regarded for his all-round skills, Jadeja's batting efforts in this series have been crucial to India's competitiveness. He has frequently rescued the team from precarious situations, providing the stability and depth that is highly coveted by most teams for their lower-order. With the final Test approaching at The Oval, all eyes will be on Jadeja as he attempts to make history by surpassing Laxman's record. England leads the series 2-1, and India is eager to draw level in London. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)