202 Runs Off 525 Balls: Pujara's Patience Lesson for Long-Term Success
In the 2017 Ranchi Test, Cheteshwar Pujara scored 202 from 525 balls — one of cricket's great patience masterclasses. Day 29: what this means for your long-term corporate projects.
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By Avinash Chate — Maharashtra’s #1 Corporate Trainer & Motivational Speaker. Published 2026-05-23.