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Top 5 Batting Performances In Ranji Trophy 2024-25 After Round 2


Ranji Trophy 2024-25 top 5 batting performances [Source:  @mufaddal_vohra/x.com]Ranji Trophy 2024-25 top 5 batting performances [Source:  @mufaddal_vohra/x.com]

As the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season heats up, the tournament has already witnessed some breathtaking batting displays. Round 2 was no different, with batters raising the bar in thrilling encounters across the country.

Here, we take a look at the top five batting performances in Ranji Trophy 2024-25 after Round 2:

5. Shivalik Sharma's 178 vs Services

Baroda’s opener, Shivalik Sharma, delivered a composed 178 off 394 balls against Services in Delhi. Coming in under pressure after early wickets, Sharma’s knock formed the backbone of Baroda’s first innings total of 477/6 declared.

This inning not only steadied the ship but also set up a substantial lead for Baroda. Sharma’s effort included 10 boundaries and 2 sixes, showcasing his ability to bat through challenging periods.

His knock was instrumental in Baroda’s 65-run win, putting Services under immense pressure from the outset. By helping Baroda build a solid total, Sharma paved the way for their bowlers to dismiss Services twice, sealing a crucial victory.

4. Shreyas Iyer’s 142 vs Maharashtra

Shreyas Iyer’s 142 vs Maharashtra [Source: @96ShreyasIyer/x.com]Shreyas Iyer’s 142 vs Maharashtra [Source: @96ShreyasIyer/x.com]

Shreyas Iyer’s dazzling 142 off 190 balls for Mumbai against Maharashtra was a masterclass in aggressive batting. Walking in at 123/3, Iyer took the bull by the horns and launched a counterattack that tilted the balance in Mumbai’s favour.

His innings, laced with 12 fours and 4 sixes, propelled Mumbai to a commanding 441 in the first innings. Iyer’s knock not only consolidated Mumbai’s position but also put Maharashtra on the back foot.

Mumbai chased down a small target with ease, winning by 9 wickets. Iyer’s timely onslaught ensured that Mumbai had more than enough cushion, making it one of the standout innings of the round.

3. Amandeep Khare’s 203* vs Saurashtra

Chhattisgarh’s captain, Amandeep Khare, played a stunning unbeaten knock of 203 off 394 balls against Saurashtra in Rajkot. His double century was the pillar of Chhattisgarh’s colossal total of 578/7 declared.

Khare’s innings kept Saurashtra’s formidable bowling attack at bay, as he combined caution with aggression, hitting 20 boundaries and 4 sixes. Despite Chhattisgarh’s dominant position, the match ended in a draw, largely due to Cheteshwar Pujara’s marathon innings for Saurashtra.

However, Khare’s knock ensured Chhattisgarh had enough runs to avoid defeat, showcasing immense character and setting up a thrilling battle for first-innings supremacy.

2. Cheteshwar Pujara’s 234 vs Chhattisgarh

Cheteshwar Pujara’s 234 vs Chhattisgarh [Source: @CricCrazyJohns/x.com]Cheteshwar Pujara’s 234 vs Chhattisgarh [Source: @CricCrazyJohns/x.com]

Saurashtra’s stalwart, Cheteshwar Pujara, delivered one of his classic marathon innings, scoring 234 off 383 balls against Chhattisgarh in Rajkot. Walking in with Saurashtra in trouble at 13/1, Pujara’s composed knock rescued his team from a dismal situation.

His innings included 25 boundaries and a six, demonstrating his ability to wear down the bowlers and anchor a recovery. His innings helped Saurashtra amass 478/8 in reply to Chhattisgarh’s 578/7 declared, securing a vital draw.

Pujara’s record 18th First-Class double century kept Saurashtra alive in the contest and ensured that the match ended without a winner, preventing a likely defeat.

1. B Sai Sudharsan’s 213 vs Delhi

B Sai Sudharsan’s 213 vs Delhi [Source: @BCCIdomestic/x.com]B Sai Sudharsan’s 213 vs Delhi [Source: @BCCIdomestic/x.com]

At the top of the rankings is B Sai Sudharsan’s magnificent 213 off 274 balls for Tamil Nadu against Delhi. The opener’s innings was not only a personal milestone but also the cornerstone of Tamil Nadu’s colossal total of 674/6 declared.

His knock featured 25 fours and a six, and came at a brisk strike rate of 77.73. Sudharsan’s double ton put Delhi under enormous pressure, as they were forced to follow on after being bowled out for 266 in the first innings.

The match ended in a draw, but Tamil Nadu was clearly on top throughout, with Sudharsan’s effort proving decisive in establishing dominance. His innings not only shaped the game but also highlighted his ability to anchor long innings while maintaining a brisk scoring rate.