Indian cricket veteran Cheteshwar Pujara has thrown his hat into the ring for India’s upcoming five-Test series against England, a crucial chapter in the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27. The tour promises to be a stern test for the visitors, who are eager to break their 18-year drought in England, with their last series win dating back to 2007.
The recent Test series against Australia laid bare India’s batting frailties, as barring Yashasvi Jaiswal and Nitish Kumar Reddy, the lineup faltered under pressure. The absence of a seasoned campaigner like Pujara in seaming conditions was glaring, raising questions about India’s resilience in challenging overseas conditions.
With the selection meeting for the England tour on the horizon, the 36-year-old stalwart has made his intentions clear. Speaking exclusively to Indiabet, Pujara affirmed, “If the team needs me and the opportunity comes, I’m ready. I’ve been working on my fitness and maintaining consistent performances both domestically and internationally. India have been competitive, but it’s been nearly two decades since we last won a series in England. If given the chance, I would give it everything.”
England’s seaming pitches and the relentless Dukes ball have long been a nightmare for visiting batters. Pujara, however, brings a wealth of experience, having amassed 870 runs in 16 Tests on English soil. His ability to anchor the innings at number three could provide the much-needed stability that India lacked during their Australian campaign. If selected, this would mark his fourth tour of England, and Pujara would undoubtedly be eager to leave an indelible mark.
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