Rahane’s 112 in India’s first innings is his second Test ton in Australia, following his epic 147 at the same venue six years ago. Rahane’s knock in the first innings created the base for India’s series-leveling 8-wicket win in Melbourne. India rode on Rahane’s ton to get an important 131-run lead after they had bowled Australia out for 195. Gavaskar, meanwhile, reckons Rahane’s 112 deserves a place in the pantheon of great Test centuries hit by Indian cricketers for the incredible statement it’s made. “I believe that this hundred is going to be one of the most important hundreds in the history of Indian cricket,” Gavaskar told the Seven Network before play resumed on day three.

Source: Hindustan Times December 29, 2020 06:06 UTC