When uncle Yogendra celebrated Jayant's Test ton

December 12, 2016 08:21

Indian cricketer Jayant Yadav on Sunday became the first Indian batsman to score a Test century while batting at number 9. His stylish efforts saw him contribute handsomely to the unbeaten 215-run stand for the eighth wicket in the fourth Test against England in Mumbai.

Jayant's uncle and Swaraj Abhiyaan Political Party Co-founder Yogendra Yadav expressed his happiness over his nephew's performance.

Taking to Twitter, he wrote, "As proud chacha I celebrate JayantYadav maiden test century, first by Indian no 9. Maja aa gaya!"

Yadav also said that they called their nephew Bolu at home adding that Jayant is an extraordinary talent and he was always destined for something big.

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