Presenting Indian pairs with 100-plus partnerships in Tests at Edgbaston
What's the story
Over the years, India and England have had some thrilling Test matches at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham. The venue is known for its seam-friendly pitches and tough conditions, but many Indian batters have made their mark here. On this note, let's take a look at Indian pairs with 100-plus partnerships at this iconic venue in Test history.
#1
Pant & Jadeja - 222 in 2022
Centuries from Ravindra Jadeja (104) and Rishabh Pant (146) helped India post 416/10 while batting first in the 2022 Edgbaston Test. Notably, the visitors were reeling at 98/5 when the duo joined each other. They added 222 runs to power India. Despite their efforts, England won this high-scoring contest, having chased down 378 in the fourth innings. This remains their highest-successful chase in Tests.
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Do you know?
The 222-run stand between Pant & Jadeja is the highest sixth-wicket partnership by a visiting pair at Edgbaston (Tests). Overall, the duo recorded the fourth-highest partnership by an overseas pair at the venue.
#2
Chauhan & Gavaskar - 124 in 1979
Sunil Gavaskar and Chetan Chauhan are the only other Indian batters with a 100-plus stand at this stadium. The opening duo added 124 runs when India were asked to follow on in the 1979 Edgbaston game. While Gavaskar perished for 68 - his second half-century of the game, Chauhan contributed with 56 runs. Their efforts, however, could not save India from an innings defeat.