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Ishan Kishan And...? 3 IPL Stars Who Stood Out In Vijay Hazare Trophy Today

Sakshi Sharma

Ishan Kishan in Vijay Hazare Trophy (Source:@SportsCulture24,x.com)Ishan Kishan in Vijay Hazare Trophy (Source:@SportsCulture24,x.com)

The second round of the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT), India's 50-over domestic tournament  is underway. On December 23, 2024 Maharashtra faced Services, while Jharkhand took on Manipur, and Baroda played against Kerala. In this article, let's take a look at three players who have performed exceptionally well and made a significant impact with the bat in these fixtures. 

Ruturaj Gaikwad 

The first player who showcased and displayed extraordinary form was CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad. His scintillating display of power hitting was the highlight. He smashed 148 runs off just 74 balls as Maharashtra cruised to a commanding victory over Services in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024 on  December 23, 2024. 

Ruturaj, opening the innings with Om Bhosale, began his knock with aggression as Maharashtra chased down a modest target of 205. He scored his century in just 57 balls, decorated with 10 boundaries and eight sixes. 

Ishan Kishan 

The second player that gained the limelight in ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy is Ishan Kishan. He announced his return to form in spectacular fashion and smashed a breathtaking 134 off just 78 balls to guide Jharkhand to a comfortable win over Manipur on Monday (December 23). 

Chasing a target of 254, Kishan’s explosive knock anchored Jharkhand’s successful pursuit, and his dazzling stroke play left the Manipur bowlers in disarray. Opening for Jharkhand, the skipper wasted no time and immediately launched an all-out assault on the Manipur bowlers. His knock was a masterclass in aggressive batting, with 16 boundaries and six colossal sixes, and a strike rate of 171.79.

Krunal Pandya

Krunal Pandya played a explosive knock to propel Baroda to a massive 403/4 in their Vijay Hazare Trophy clash against Kerala on December 23, 2024. Coming in at No. 4, Krunal scored a quickfire 80 off just 54 balls. His explosive innings not only provided the perfect final flourish to Baroda's innings but also ensured they crossed the 400-mark in Hyderabad.

With the conditions ideal for batting, it was no surprise that Baroda’s top order had already laid the foundation for a big total. His century allowed the middle-order batters to play with freedom, and Krunal, who usually bats lower down the order, took full advantage of his promotion to No. 4.