Ignored in New Zealand Tests, Saransh Jain takes seven wickets in Ranji Trophy

Saransh Jain (Image credit: NEW DELHI: Saransh Jain has made the most of his return to domestic cricket after being left out of the Indian squad for the Test series against New Zealand. The Madhya Pradesh spinner picked up seven wickets to bowl out Bihar for just 99 in the Ranji Trophy match on Monday.Jain finished with figures of 7/40, his best bowling performance in a first-class innings. His efforts left Bihar’s batting line-up in trouble and put Madhya Pradesh in a strong position.The 33-year-old made his debut for India in the second Test against Sri Lanka earlier this year. However, he did not find a place in the squad for the upcoming two-match series against New Zealand.

Bihar battles are fought against the Jains

Jain took seven wickets in 13 overs, giving away 40 runs and taking one maiden. Bihar were all out for 99 in just 30.3 overs.The spinner started by dismissing Ayush Loharuka, captain Sakibul Gani and Akash Raj. He continued to harass the batsmen, removing Raghuvendra Pratap Singh, Aditya Raj, Suraj Kashyap and Himanshu Singh to complete his seven-wicket haul.

Debut in India but no place in New Zealand squad

Jain earned his first cap for India at the age of 33 when he played in the second Test against Sri Lanka earlier this year. He became India’s oldest Test debutant since Robin Singh in 1998. RJD Jamshedji remains India’s oldest Test debutant, having made his debut at 41 years and 27 days.Jain played in the second Test (from 23 to 27 August) and took three wickets. This is his only appearance in India so far.Jain represented Madhya Pradesh in 59 first-class matches. He scored 2,312 runs and took 195 wickets at an average of 28.23.