After being out of form to leading from the front as the stand-in skipper, Ajinkya Rahane smashed his 12th century against Australia on Day 2 of the second Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne. This is Rahane's second ton against the Aussies and second at the MCG. With his composed knock, Rahane steadied the India innings, sharing half-century partnerships with Hanuma Vihari (21) and Rishabh Pant (29). Rahane 100*- 12th Test century- 12th Indian captain to score a Test 100- Second at MCG; Vinoo Mankad only other Indian player to do soCaptain @ajinkyarahane88 leading from the front. Kohli gave his captaincy to Rahane when he took off for India on his paternity leave.

Source: dna December 27, 2020 06:45 UTC