Ravindra Jadeja was the hero of India's thumping win over Sri Lanka in the recently-concluded first Test of the ongoing two-match series between the two sides. Jadeja slammed an unbeaten 175 and picked up a total of nine wickets in the game as India thrashed Sri Lanka by an innings and 222 runs to go 1-0 up in the series.

Jadeja, who recently made his comeback from injury, looked in splendid touch and took the Sri Lankan bowlers to the cleaners during his brilliant knock. He looked well on course to slam his maiden double hundred in Test cricket before India decided to declare their first innings on 574/8 as Jadeja fell just 25 runs short of his double ton.

Nonetheless, his magnificent all-round show helped India outclass Sri Lanka by an innings to script a comprehensive win. While many lauded Jadeja for his fabulous knock of unbeaten 175, former India opener Gautam Gambhir was asked if it is the best knock the India all-rounder has played so far in his Test career.

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While stating that 'stats can be misleading', Gambhir said he doesn't feel Jadeja's 175 not out is the best knock he has played in his career so far. Gambhir believes the star all-rounder's crucial half-centuries and other important knocks overseas would have made him more confident.

"I don't think so. I feel the innings Ravindra Jadeja played in Australia or the knocks he has played outside India, he will get more confidence from that. Stats can be very misleading," Gambhir explained.

"There was a time after the century where he was just milking - Dhananjaya de Silva, Asalanka and Embuldeniya were bowling but if you talk about Australia or England, the 40 or 50-run contributions there are probably much more important than this innings," added the former India opener.

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Jadeja had a terrific outing in the Test match as he went on to break the legendary Kapil Dev's record for the highest individual score by an Indian batter in Tests while batting at number seven or below. He then went on to join the likes of Gary Sobers and Polly Umrigar in an elite list with his five wicket-haul in Sri Lanka's first innings.

Jadeja became only the sixth player in the world to achieve the feat of scoring 150-plus runs and taking a five-wicket haul in the same Test match.

Ravindra Jadeja was the hero of India's thumping win over Sri Lanka in the recently-concluded first Test of the ongoing two-match series between the two sides. Jadeja slammed an unbeaten 175 and picked up a total of nine wickets in the game as India thrashed Sri Lanka by an innings and 222 runs to go 1-0 up in the series.

Ravindra Jadeja was the hero of India's thumping win over Sri Lanka in the recently-concluded first Test of the ongoing two-match series between the two sides. Jadeja slammed an unbeaten 175 and picked up a total of nine wickets in the game as India thrashed Sri Lanka by an innings and 222 runs to go 1-0 up in the series. Jadeja, who recently made his comeback from injury, looked in splendid touch and took the Sri Lankan bowlers to the cleaners during his brilliant knock. He looked well on course to slam his maiden double hundred in Test cricket before India decided to declare their first innings on 574/8 as Jadeja fell just 25 runs short of his double ton. Nonetheless, his magnificent all-round show helped India outclass Sri Lanka by an innings to script a comprehensive win. While many lauded Jadeja for his fabulous knock of unbeaten 175, former India opener Gautam Gambhir was asked if it is the best knock the India all-rounder has played so far in his Test career. Also Read: Ravindra Jadeja joins Gary Sobers in elite list after unbeaten 175 and 5-wicket haul in 1st Test vs Sri Lanka While stating that 'stats can be misleading', Gambhir said he doesn't feel Jadeja's 175 not out is the best knock he has played in his career so far. Gambhir believes the star all-rounder's crucial half-centuries and other important knocks overseas would have made him more confident. "I don't think so. I feel the innings Ravindra Jadeja played in Australia or the knocks he has played outside India, he will get more confidence from that. Stats can be very misleading," Gambhir explained. "There was a time after the century where he was just milking - Dhananjaya de Silva, Asalanka and Embuldeniya were bowling but if you talk about Australia or England, the 40 or 50-run contributions there are probably much more important than this innings," added the former India opener. Also Read: Rohit Sharma achieves unique captaincy record on debut as India hammer Sri Lanka in 1st Test Jadeja had a terrific outing in the Test match as he went on to break the legendary Kapil Dev's record for the highest individual score by an Indian batter in Tests while batting at number seven or below. He then went on to join the likes of Gary Sobers and Polly Umrigar in an elite list with his five wicket-haul in Sri Lanka's first innings. Jadeja became only the sixth player in the world to achieve the feat of scoring 150-plus runs and taking a five-wicket haul in the same Test match.

'Stats can be misleading': Gautam Gambhir feels Ravindra Jadeja's 175 not the best knock of his Test career

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja revealed he had himself suggested Indian team management to declare their first innings on 574/8 on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test against Sri Lanka at the PCA Stadium in Mohali. Jadeja was batting on 175 when Indian skipper Rohit Sharma declared the hosts' first innings on Saturday.&nbsp;

Rohit was criticised by many on social media for declaring early and not letting Jadeja reach his maiden double century in Test cricket. However, the India all-rounder later revealed it was his suggestion to declare the innings in order to make Sri Lankans bat as the pitch had variable bounce and the ball had started turning.

Indian skipper Rohit was captured on the camera having a discussion with spinner Kuldeep Yadav, who was later sent to deliver a message to Jadeja before India decided to declare the innings. Fans felt Rohit could have let Jadeja complete his double hundred before taking the declaration call.

But Jadeja revealed it was an ideal situation for the hosts to declare and make the most of the conditions in Sri Lanka's first innings.&nbsp;"I also told them that there is variable bounce and deliveries have started turning. So I sent a message that there is something on offer from the strip and I suggested that we should put them in to bat now itself," Jadeja said.

"They were already tired fielding for nearly quarter to two days (five sessions).&nbsp;Since they were tired, it was not easy to play the big shots straightaway and bat for long hours. So plan was to declare quickly and exploit the fatigue of the opposition batters," he explained.

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The plan did work in India's favour as Sri Lanka were reduced to 108/4 at stumps on Day 2 after Jadeja's unbeaten 175 guided the hosts to a huge total of 574/8 in their first innings.&nbsp;The all-rounder himself picked up the wicket of Sri Lankan opener Dimuth Karunaratne on Day 2 before finishing with a five-wicket haul on Day 3 on Sunday.

Jadeja became only the sixth player in the world to score 150-plus runs and pick up a five-wicket haul in a Test match. He joined the likes of Gary Sobers,&nbsp;Polly Umrigar and Vinoo Mankad in an elite list. With the help of his five-wicket haul, India bundled out Sri Lanka on a paltry 174 in their first innings before enforcing a follow-on on the visitors.

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Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja revealed he had himself suggested Indian team management to declare their first innings on 574/8 on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test against Sri Lanka at the PCA Stadium in Mohali.

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja revealed he had himself suggested Indian team management to declare their first innings on 574/8 on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test against Sri Lanka at the PCA Stadium in Mohali. Jadeja was batting on 175 when Indian skipper Rohit Sharma declared the hosts' first innings on Saturday. Rohit was criticised by many on social media for declaring early and not letting Jadeja reach his maiden double century in Test cricket. However, the India all-rounder later revealed it was his suggestion to declare the innings in order to make Sri Lankans bat as the pitch had variable bounce and the ball had started turning. Indian skipper Rohit was captured on the camera having a discussion with spinner Kuldeep Yadav, who was later sent to deliver a message to Jadeja before India decided to declare the innings. Fans felt Rohit could have let Jadeja complete his double hundred before taking the declaration call. But Jadeja revealed it was an ideal situation for the hosts to declare and make the most of the conditions in Sri Lanka's first innings. "I also told them that there is variable bounce and deliveries have started turning. So I sent a message that there is something on offer from the strip and I suggested that we should put them in to bat now itself," Jadeja said. "They were already tired fielding for nearly quarter to two days (five sessions). Since they were tired, it was not easy to play the big shots straightaway and bat for long hours. So plan was to declare quickly and exploit the fatigue of the opposition batters," he explained. Also Read: Ravindra Jadeja joins Gary Sobers in elite list after unbeaten 175 and 5-wicket haul in 1st Test vs Sri Lanka The plan did work in India's favour as Sri Lanka were reduced to 108/4 at stumps on Day 2 after Jadeja's unbeaten 175 guided the hosts to a huge total of 574/8 in their first innings. The all-rounder himself picked up the wicket of Sri Lankan opener Dimuth Karunaratne on Day 2 before finishing with a five-wicket haul on Day 3 on Sunday. Jadeja became only the sixth player in the world to score 150-plus runs and pick up a five-wicket haul in a Test match. He joined the likes of Gary Sobers, Polly Umrigar and Vinoo Mankad in an elite list. With the help of his five-wicket haul, India bundled out Sri Lanka on a paltry 174 in their first innings before enforcing a follow-on on the visitors.

Not Rohit Sharma! Ravindra Jadeja reveals he suggested India to declare despite being on 175 vs Sri Lanka

India's bowlers picked up four Sri Lankan wickets after all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja's unbeaten 175 helped the hosts post a massive first innings total on the second day of the opening Test at Mohali on Saturday.

The left-handed Jadeja combined in two century stands with Ravichandran Ashwin and Mohammed Shami on Saturday to put the touring side on the mat as India declared their first innings closed on 574 for eight at the tea interval.

Jadeja added 130 for the seventh wicket with Ashwin, who made 61, and a further 103 for the unbroken ninth with Shami to effectively bat Sri Lanka out of the contest. Shami remained unbeaten on 20.

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Jadeja's impact with the ball was also immediate.

The left-arm spinner dismissed Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne leg before wicket for 28 after spin partner Ashwin had given the hosts the first breakthrough by sending back Lahiru Thirimanne in similar fashion.

There were more lbw dismissals for Sri Lanka with former captain Angelo Mathews out to fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah and Ashwin picking up his second by dismissing Dhananjaya de Silva.

Sri Lanka ended the day on 108 for four with Pathum Nissanka and Charith Asalanka at the crease, but the tourists face a daunting task to avoid defeat on a track offering turn for the spinners.

Nissanka's stumps were earlier knocked back by Bumrah but the batter survived as the third umpire ruled that the bowler had overstepped the crease during his delivery.

Asalanka also managed to overturn an lbw decision against him on review. Replays showed Jadeja`s delivery would have missed the stumps.

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MINUTE'S SILENCE

Before the start of play a minute's silence was observed for Australian greats Rod Marsh and Shane Warne, who both died on Friday. The Indian players also wore black armbands.

India, who have won 14 straight home series, kept piling on runs on a docile pitch after resuming the day on 357-6.

The touring bowlers failed to trouble Jadeja and Ashwin and their attack was further hampered by the absence of fast bowler Lahiru Kumara who did not return after leaving play on Friday with an injury.

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Ashwin's wicket - the only success for Sri Lanka in the first session - came when the right-hander edged behind Suranga Lakmal while attempting a hook shot.

After reaching three figures, Jadeja brought out his trademark celebration, twirling his bat like a sword. The only sign of discomfort in his innings, which was studded with 17 fours and three sixes, came when he received some treatment on his right wrist.

India's bowlers picked up four Sri Lankan wickets after all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja's unbeaten 175 helped the hosts post a massive first innings total on the second day of the opening Test at Mohali on Saturday.

India's bowlers picked up four Sri Lankan wickets after all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja's unbeaten 175 helped the hosts post a massive first innings total on the second day of the opening Test at Mohali on Saturday. The left-handed Jadeja combined in two century stands with Ravichandran Ashwin and Mohammed Shami on Saturday to put the touring side on the mat as India declared their first innings closed on 574 for eight at the tea interval. Jadeja added 130 for the seventh wicket with Ashwin, who made 61, and a further 103 for the unbroken ninth with Shami to effectively bat Sri Lanka out of the contest. Shami remained unbeaten on 20. ALSO READ: WATCH: Virat Kohli gets a guard of honour from Team India as he walks out to field in his 100th Test Jadeja's impact with the ball was also immediate. The left-arm spinner dismissed Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne leg before wicket for 28 after spin partner Ashwin had given the hosts the first breakthrough by sending back Lahiru Thirimanne in similar fashion. There were more lbw dismissals for Sri Lanka with former captain Angelo Mathews out to fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah and Ashwin picking up his second by dismissing Dhananjaya de Silva. Sri Lanka ended the day on 108 for four with Pathum Nissanka and Charith Asalanka at the crease, but the tourists face a daunting task to avoid defeat on a track offering turn for the spinners. Nissanka's stumps were earlier knocked back by Bumrah but the batter survived as the third umpire ruled that the bowler had overstepped the crease during his delivery. Asalanka also managed to overturn an lbw decision against him on review. Replays showed Jadeja`s delivery would have missed the stumps. ALSO READ: Ravindra Jadeja breaks Kapil Dev's record with unbeaten 175 in 1st Test against Sri Lanka MINUTE'S SILENCE Before the start of play a minute's silence was observed for Australian greats Rod Marsh and Shane Warne, who both died on Friday. The Indian players also wore black armbands. India, who have won 14 straight home series, kept piling on runs on a docile pitch after resuming the day on 357-6. The touring bowlers failed to trouble Jadeja and Ashwin and their attack was further hampered by the absence of fast bowler Lahiru Kumara who did not return after leaving play on Friday with an injury. ALSO READ: Ravindra Jadeja responds as Harsha Bhogle recalls Shane Warne's 'this kid is a rockstar' comment for him Ashwin's wicket - the only success for Sri Lanka in the first session - came when the right-hander edged behind Suranga Lakmal while attempting a hook shot. After reaching three figures, Jadeja brought out his trademark celebration, twirling his bat like a sword. The only sign of discomfort in his innings, which was studded with 17 fours and three sixes, came when he received some treatment on his right wrist.

After Ravindra Jadeja's unbeaten 175, Indian bowlers trouble Sri Lanka on Day 2 of 1st Test