Cheteshwar Pujara stood for much that defines Test cricket: patience, undying grit & and masterful technique. All this in the age of power-hitting fests and social media stardoms. He took blows, so the team could flourish. Pujara didn’t just protect India, he also acted as a guardian of Test cricket.
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