cheteshwar pujara

‘Players should not be afraid of selectors’ : Rahane’s advice for Indian cricket progress

October 15, 2025 2:24 pm

In reply to Rahane's thoughts on selectors, Pujara agreed about the need for selectors to be recently retired cricketers, but was of the view that a former cricketer, who retired long back, should not also be deprived of the chance.

Cheteshwar Pujara at Idea Exchange: 'No regrets missing out on IPL contracts, but feel proud about performing in difficult conditions, playing 100 Tests'

September 11, 2025 11:08 pm

The lead act in India's maiden conquest of Australia, the brave-heart in the 2021 heist, the stonewaller that made stroke-makers blossom around him for 15 years and disillusioned some of the toughest bowlers in the world, he has left an indelible imprint in Indian cricket.

PM Modi sends letter to Cheteshwar Pujara after his retirement: 'You were a reminder of the beauty of the longer format'

August 31, 2025 8:18 pm

Pujara, who retired last Sunday, scored 7195 runs in 103 Tests with 19 centuries for India.

How Anil Kumble's advice helped Cheteshwar Pujara succeed against Australia's Nathan Lyon

August 31, 2025 1:29 pm

He also lauded South African coach Gary Kirsten, under whom India won the 2011 ODI World Cup at home. Pujara then spoke about his conversations with Zimbabwe cricketer and another former India coach, Duncan Fletcher.

'No advice needed': Pujara backs Rohit-Kohli to master the one-format grind

August 31, 2025 10:34 am

Pujara said that both Rohit and Kohli are experienced enough to understand what is expected of them and that he does not feel the need to advise them.

Virat Kohli thanks Cheteshwar Pujara for 'making my job easier'

August 26, 2025 11:30 pm

Kohli and Pujara added 3,513 runs in 83 Test innings with seven century stands and 18 half-century partnerships while averaging 43.37.

'Virat Kohli made lot of runs because of him': Ashwin requests for macho reels of 'Walter White' Cheteshwar Pujara's defence on social media

August 26, 2025 12:43 pm

Recalling the 2018 Wanderers Test in South Africa to underscore Pujara's unwavering solidity, Ashwin explained how the No. 3 only got off the mark on his 54th delivery, facing up against a menacing seam trio of Kagiso Rabada, Vernon Philander and Morne Morkel.

Thank you, Pujara

August 26, 2025 7:14 am

As a player, he had to wait for acknowledgement. History will be kinder to the man who dragged Indian cricket towards a better future.

T20 Century to List A Dominance: Cheteshwar Pujara's top five unknown and rare records

August 25, 2025 1:17 pm

Cheteshwar Pujara records: From Tests to First Class, List A and T20 formats, Saurashtra stalwart Pujara had left an indelible mark in every format before hanging up his boots on Sunday after 20 years in professional cricket.

Cheteshwar Pujara interview: 'In tough times you need that spiritual power ... I get strength.'

August 26, 2025 9:47 pm

Pujara speaks to The Indian Express about the art of batting time, copping blows on the body and the routine he developed for keeping his eye on the ball.

Cheteshwar Pujara's 100th Test: Pujara becomes 13th Indian to reach the milestone

February 17, 2023 12:25 pm

Cheteshwar Pujara's 100th Test: Flanked by his family and team-mates, Pujara, the Indian batting mainstay in the longest format of the game, received a special cap from Gavaskar to honour his achievements.

Murali Vijay, Cheteshwar Pujara tons drive India into ascendancy on Day 2

November 25, 2017 5:50 pm

Murali Vijay and Cheteshwar Pujara shared a 209-run stand to hand India a 107-run first innings lead over Sri Lanka on Day 2 of the second Test.

Cheteshwar Pujara 128*, Ajinkya Rahane 103*; India 344/3 on Day 1 against Sri Lanka

August 03, 2017 5:31 pm

India had a perfect start to the second Test against Sri Lanka as they ended first day's play at 344/3. Riding on unbeaten tons from Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane, the Virat Kohli-led side looked in cruise control especially in the later part of the day.

India vs Sri Lanka, 1st Test, Day 1: Dhawan's blitz and Pujara's grit floor Sri Lanka at Galle

July 26, 2017 6:31 pm

India were dominant on Day 1 against Sri Lanka with Shikhar Dhawan blazing his way to a 190 and Cheteshwar Pujara scoring a gritty 144.

IPL 2017 Player Auction: Ben Stokes Draws Big Bucks In First Session, Cheteshwar Pujara Unsold

June 22, 2020 7:10 pm