Ranji Trophy 2016: 5 youngsters who had a dream debut

#4 N Jagadeesan

N Jagadeesan was the leading run-getter in the TNPL

Tamil Nadu Premier League sensation N Jagadeesan proved his value in the longer format by scoring a century in his Ranji Trophy debut.

The wicket-keeper batsman remained unbeaten on 118 at the end of Day 2 in the game against Madhya Pradesh. The 24-year-old was also involved in a 90-run partnership for the sixth wicket with Kaushik Gandhi.

After eight long years, Tamil Nadu finally had a batsman with a century to his name on his first-class debut. N Jagadeesan pumped his fists in jubilation as the Tamil Nadu camp celebrated his landmark. The spectators could sense the arrival of a potential star.

The Coimbatore batsman has represented the state in Under-14s, Under-19s, Under-22s, Under-23s and Under-25 level. He finished the inaugural TNPL season as its leading run-getter with 397 runs in eight innings.