Tilak Varma Makes Big Statement With Blistering 91 Ahead Of IPL 2024

Mumbai Indians Star Tilak Varma during DY Patil T20 Cup 2024 [x.com]

In the ongoing DY Patil T20 Cup 2024, young Indian cricketer Tilak Varma, representing Reliance 1, showcased his dominance with the bat. Despite missing a century in the match, Varma played a match-winning performance by scoring an impressive 91 not-out runs off just 43 balls including 4 fours and 8 sixes at the DYP Stadium in Mumbai. 

His stellar innings significantly contributed to Reliance 1's commanding total of 220 runs, supported by teammate Shivalik's 56 runs.

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Partnering with Shivalik, Varma constructed a formidable 112-run partnership for the 4th wicket. Notably, Reliance 1's star player, Hardik Pandya, was absent from the match. 

Pandya, who recently made his international re-entry through this tournament, faced a challenging situation in the second match, raising concerns among fans about his susceptibility to injury.

Despite Pandya's absence, Reliance 1, led by Piyush Chawla, dominated the match against Central Railway, securing victory with a massive total of 220/4. Central Railway struggled to keep up, managing only 155/6 in their allotted 20 overs.

Tilak Varma, who also represents Mumbai Indians in the IPL, has been in outstanding form, bringing joy to the Mumbai Indians camp with his match-winning performance. 

With the IPL 2024 on the horizon, Varma's stellar display in the DY Patil T20 Cup underscores his potential to make a significant impact in the upcoming season.

Additionally, Varma's impressive performance in the Ranji Trophy 2024, where he scored 480 runs in seven innings, including three centuries, further solidifies his case for selection in the T20 World Cup 2024 squad.

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