London, July 13 -- Former India captain Anil Kumble has heaped praise on Ravindra Jadeja for his consistency and growing maturity with the bat, after the all-rounder played yet another crucial knock in India's first innings of the ongoing Lord's Test match.

Jadeja scored a well-composed 72, showing remarkable patience and control, as India posted a total of 387. His partnership with Washington Sundar proved vital, with the pair adding 50 runs for the seventh wicket and steering India past the 350-mark.

"He has always had the skill -- we have known that for a long time -- but to consistently deliver with the bat for India has been exceptional," said JioHotstar expert Kumble.

"Ravindra Jadeja offers so much, not just with the ball, but a...