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Shardul Thakur rescues Mumbai from another batting collapse in Ranji Trophy match against Jammu and Kashmir

January 24, 2025 at 05:42:14 PM GMT+5:30

Mumbai's Shardul Thakur once again came to the rescue of his struggling team in the Ranji Trophy match against Jammu and Kashmir. After saving Mumbai's first innings with a century, Thakur stepped up in the second innings, scoring another hundred with support from Tanush Kotian. Meanwhile, other Indian internationals like Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shreyas Iyer, and Shubman Gill struggled in their respective matches.

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Shardul Thakur's Heroics Lift Mumbai in Ranji Trophy

Introduction

Shardul Thakur has once again proved his mettle as a match-winner, this time rescuing his team Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy match against Jammu and Kashmir. The all-rounder scored a century in each innings, leading his team to a vital victory.

Background

  • Shardul Thakur is an Indian international cricketer known for his all-round ability.
  • He is a right-arm fast-medium bowler and a hard-hitting batsman.
  • Thakur made his Test debut in 2018 and has since become a regular member of the Indian team.

Recent Performance in Ranji Trophy

  • In the ongoing Ranji Trophy match against Jammu and Kashmir, Mumbai was struggling in the first innings.
  • Thakur came to their rescue with an unbeaten century, helping the team post a respectable total.
  • In the second innings, Thakur once again stepped up, scoring another century with support from Tanush Kotian.
  • Mumbai eventually won the match by an innings and 127 runs.

Significance of Thakur's Performance

  • Thakur's performance underlined his importance to the Mumbai team.
  • In the absence of several Indian internationals, Thakur has taken on the responsibility of leading the team.
  • His centuries in both innings helped Mumbai bounce back from a difficult situation and secure victory.

Top 5 FAQs

1. What is Shardul Thakur's bowling average in Test cricket?

  • Shardul Thakur has a bowling average of 27.46 in Test cricket.

2. When did Shardul Thakur make his international debut?

  • Shardul Thakur made his international debut in a T20I match against Sri Lanka in January 2018.

3. What is Shardul Thakur's highest score in Ranji Trophy cricket?

  • Shardul Thakur's highest score in Ranji Trophy cricket is 171, which he scored against Hyderabad in the 2017-18 season.

4. Has Shardul Thakur ever taken a five-wicket haul in an ODI match?

  • Yes, Shardul Thakur has taken five-wicket hauls in two ODI matches - against West Indies in 2022 and Sri Lanka in 2023.

5. What is Shardul Thakur's role in the Indian Test team?

  • Shardul Thakur is a versatile bowler who can provide both seam and swing to the Indian Test team. He is also a handy batsman who can contribute with the bat in the lower order.
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