On Independence Day, Devdutt Padikkal made history by becoming the second Indian and the first to score an international Test century on August 15. His remarkable innings had him finishing Day 1 undefeated at 131 runs, solidifying his place at number three in the batting order.
This impressive achievement marks the end of India's long wait for a Test century from that position.
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