India, July 4 -- Ravindra Jadeja delivered a timely reminder of his value to the Indian Test side with a spirited 89 on Day 2 of the second Test against England at Edgbaston, sharing a crucial 203-run stand with captain Shubman Gill. Yet, after the day's play, when asked about leadership ambitions, Jadeja was quick to shoot it down with a smile: "Wo time gaya! (No, that time is gone now)."

The 35-year-old all-rounder, now on his third Test tour of England, was at his understated best, soaking up pressure, supporting his captain, and ensuring India stayed firmly on top. Although he played second fiddle to Gill's masterful double century, Jadeja's 137-ball knock played a pivotal role in lifting India to a towering first-innings total of 58...