Ravindra Jadeja's Steadfast Five-Wicket Haul Amidst Heat and Turn

Ravindra Jadeja celebrates his 14th five-wicket haul in Test cricket despite challenging conditions. His ability to adapt deliveries on slow turners helped his success. Jadeja highlights the increasing challenge with variable bounce, and underscores the team's collective effort required amid sweltering heat.

Ravindra Jadeja shone brightly after achieving his 14th five-wicket haul in Test cricket. The star all-rounder expressed his satisfaction though he admitted that bowling in sweltering conditions on a slow turner wasn't easy.

Jadeja's successful stint highlighted his adeptness at mixing his deliveries, exploiting variable bounce, and the abrasive surface to his favor, making a triumphant return after a brief lull.

Highlighting the track's characteristics, Jadeja noted the challenge of maintaining pace, hinting at Ravichandran Ashwin's reduced speed. Team effort, including Washington Sundar's commendable performance, was essential under such arduous circumstances. Jadeja aims for a 150-run lead in upcoming innings.

(With inputs from agencies.)