Most balls faced by Indian batsmen in a single Test innings

5. Sunil Gavaskar

Sunil Gavaskar faced 472 balls against England in 1981, showing classic Test batting skills.

4. Ravi Shastri

Ravi Shastri faced 477 balls against Australia in 1992, demonstrating resilience and technique.

3. Navjot Singh Sidhu

Navjot Singh Sidhu faced 491 balls against West Indies in 1997, staying long at the crease. Photo Credit : Twitter

2. Rahul Dravid

Rahul Dravid faced 495 balls against Pakistan in 2004, earning his nickname “The Wall.”

1. Cheteshwar Pujara

Cheteshwar Pujara faced 525 balls against Australia in 2017, showing incredible patience and focus.

Cheteshwar Pujara Record

Cheteshwar Pujara is the only Indian batter to face 500+ balls in a Test innings, showcasing unmatched endurance.

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