In a heartfelt expression of responsibility, Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja addressed the unfortunate run-out of teammate and debutant Sarfaraz Khan, attributing the mishap to a misjudgment on his part during the third Test against England. Jadeja, who notched up his fourth Test century in the match, turned to social media to share his sentiments about the incident that prematurely ended Sarfaraz's promising innings.
On Instagram, Jadeja conveyed his disappointment over the run-out, directly acknowledging his error in calling for a risky single. "Feeling bad for @sarfarazkhan97. It was my wrong call. Well played," he wrote.
Sarfaraz Khan, seizing his eagerly anticipated opportunity to shine on the international stage, had been on the attack against England's bowling lineup. His debut was marked by a swift half-century, achieved in just 48 deliveries, tying the record for the fastest fifty by an Indian player on Test debut. This feat underscored Sarfaraz's potential and the impact he was poised to make before the unfortunate turn of events.
The incident in question occurred as Jadeja, inching closer to his century, gently played a ball from James Anderson towards mid-on and signaled for a single. However, a moment of hesitation from Jadeja left Sarfaraz in a precarious position, ultimately leading to his run-out by England's Mark Wood for 62 runs. The direct hit at the non-striker's end abruptly ended what could have been an even more memorable innings for Sarfaraz.
Jadeja, reaching his century immediately after Sarfaraz's dismissal, offered a restrained celebration, a clear indication of the mixed emotions he felt due to his involvement in the run-out.