Ranji Trophy it’s been a long time IndiaCradle of Brilliance, where local stars have demonstrated their long-term resilience. Still, every now and then a few shots break the barriers of patience, introducing raw aggression into a polished and restrained format. Among the speech patterns Prithvi Shawduring which it is a double century 2025-26 Ranji Trophy Seasonfocus based on power hitting in red ball cricket.
In a sector 16 stadium in Chandigarh, Shaw dismantled the bowling attack Chandigarh A magnificent 222 runs off 156 deliveries for Hammer. The Maharashtra opener scored one of the fastest double centuries in Ranji Trophy History to reach his double ton in just 141 balls. Shots have been recorded since the first century movement mambay for Maharashtrato strengthen his case for an Indian test. The speed, accuracy and timing of Shaw’s strike served as a reminder of his immense potential to dominate at the highest level. Shaw’s world-class innings placed him third among the fastest double centuries in the tournament’s storied history.
Top 5 fastest Ranji trophy double centuries
- Tanmay Agarwal – 119 balls vs Arunachal Pradesh (2023-24)
Hyderabad opening Tanmay Agarwal In first-class cricket, the explosion redefined with the monumental knock 2023-24 Ranji Trophy The group was facing a match Arunachal Pradesh in Hyderabad.
In a record-breaking display, Agarwal notched up a double century in just 119 balls – the fastest in Ranji history. His superiority did not stop there; He reached his triple century in just 147 balls before sealing an extraordinary 366 off 181 balls. 34 fours and 26 sixes, Agarwal’s innings was 615-4 in the 60s. The strike speed and aggression remained unparalleled, making the performance a modern Ranji classic and cementing Agarwal’s place in the record books as the most destructive first-class fruit of his generation.
- Ravi Shastri – 123 Balls vs Baroda (1984-85)
A popular power hitter before the T20 era, the then-young all-rounder Ravi Shastri An amazing crowd at the Wankhede Stadium, blasting the first off just 123 balls Baroda. In the 1984–85 Ranji season representing Mumbai, Shastri’s knocks included 13 sixes and 13 fours, 130 of his 200 runs from boundaries.
It was a rare display of calculated violence in an era that prioritized patience. Shastri’s all-round brilliance, which included five wickets across both innings, failed to force a result as the match ended in a draw. However, these innings reflect his ability to go from a disciplined spinner to an outspoken match dominator with the bat as one of Ranji Trophy’s most iconic attacking performances.
- Prithvi Shaw – 141 Balls vs Chandigarh (2025-26)
Shaw’s 2025-26 thrashing of Maharashtra against Chandigarh reaffirmed his class in domestic cricket. Known for his aggressive batting, a double 141 off just 141 balls, reminiscent of his early days of hitting 379 in an under-19 game, Shaw’s attack featured 29 boundaries and five sixes to highlight his natural flaw.
His total of 222 runs off 156 balls not only strengthened Maharashtra’s commanding position but also fueled talk of preparations for a place back in India’s Test squad. ANGINGS cleanly shot clean with the calculated aggression of voters in a modern test key, reflecting both maturity and intent.
- Rahul Singh – 143 Balls vs Nagaland (2023-24)
Another explosive knock came from Hyderabad’s number three, Rahul singhDuring the 2023-24 Ranji season Nagaland On cooling. Batting first, he ran out 214 off 157 balls completing his double ton in just 143 deliveries.
Loaded with 23 boundaries and nine sixes in the innings, Hyderabad raced to 474-5 in 76.4 overs declared. Partnership with Agarwal and Do not pray It showcased Hyderabad’s emerging aggressive approach in first-class cricket. The team won by one innings and 194 on 194. Rahul, brought by his fearless style, how the young red ball changed the tempos, brought by his fearless style.
- Snehal Kauthankar – 146 balls vs Arunachal Pradesh (2024-25)
In November 2024 Goato Snehal Kauthankar Goa set the Ranji trophy group stage on fire with a 146-ball first-up against Arunachal Pradesh at the Goa Cricket Association Academy Ground.
The right-hander didn’t stop there – turning his start from 215 balls into a massive unbeaten 314. His partnership runs with 606 * Kashyap BehaleTheir third hundred is now one of the biggest partnerships in Ranji history. Kauthankar hit 45 fours and four sixes twice as Goa were thrashed to 727-2 before becoming the fourth, winner of the innings. His remarkable acceleration demonstrated how domestic cricketers blend traditional first-class technique with modern aggression.
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