Vikram Solanki finally arrived as an international batsman with his innings of 106 against South Africa at The Oval. It has been a long and sometimes tortuous journey, but this innings showed that he has a place in England's long-term plans and, more importantly, demonstrated the class of his batting to a wider audience.
Vikram Solanki is just one hefty blow away from reaching a supreme landmark to commemorate his England recall - but is unlikely to attempt it in his new role.
