Tamil Nadu's bowling all-rounder Yo Mahesh has set a prime example for cricketers struggling to make a comeback. Mahesh, 29, who scored an unbeaten 103 to help his side take the vital first innings lead against Mumbai yesterday was not even in the TN Ranji Trophy probables for this season. However, while recovering from his knee injuries, he took the initiative of bowling in the nets and finally got a call for the Mumbai game.

TN all-rounder Yo Mahesh celebrates his century against Mumbai on Day Three of the Ranji Trophy tie yesterday. Pic/Suresh Karkera