Sarfaraz Khan On his 2nd day he gave a perfect performance Iran Cup 2024signed a great century for Mumbai against Rest of India Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Ekana Cricket Stadium. His innings, after being dropped from the national Test squad for the two-match series, showed his grit and determination and was instrumental in guiding Mumbai to a strong total of 338/6 at lunch. Bangladesh.
Celebrating a milestone: Sarfaraz Khan shines in Iran Cup
Sarfaraz reached three figures with elegance needing just 149 balls to complete his century punctuated by 14 boundaries. After reaching this milestone, he celebrated by removing his helmet and shouting with joy, a moment that highlighted his passion and commitment to the game. In this century, Sarfaraz became 15th in first-class cricket and second in the Irani Cup. Saurashtra.
That moment brought up by Sarfaraz Khan 💯👏
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— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) October 2, 2024
Early struggles and Mumbai’s recovery
After India’s remaining captain, Mumbai’s innings began under a cloud of uncertainty Ruturaj Gaikwad won the toss and took advantage of favorable morning conditions to bowl. Mukesh KumarRiding on the confidence gained from a successful Duleep Trophy campaign, he seized the moment using the new ball with remarkable accuracy.
He was immediately affected, rejected Prithvi Shaw (4) and keeper-battery Hardik Thamore (0) in quick succession, leaving Mumbai reeling at a precarious 5 for 2. Shaw, who managed to hit a boundary in the first over, fell victim to a sharp delivery that edged out and caught it brilliantly. Devdutt Padikkal in the second slide. Mukesh’s relentless pressure continued as he sent Tamor packing and caught him off guard with a well-aimed short ball. Dhruv Trevally.
Key partnerships and resilience against the rest of India
Despite a rocky start, Mumbai found a lifeline in the partnership between the seasoned campaigner Ajinkya Rahane and dynamic Shreyas Iyer. Adding a substantial 102 runs for the fourth wicket, the duo showed remarkable resilience as they turned the team’s fortunes from 37 for 3 to a more respectable 139 for 3. but Rahane’s knock of 97 runs off 234 balls really strengthened the team’s innings. His composed demeanor and tactical prowess helped stabilize Mumbai’s batting order at the crucial stage of the match.
As the innings progressed, Sarfaraz came into the fray at a crucial juncture and he and Rahane put together a magnificent partnership of 131 runs for the fifth wicket. This partnership not only steadied the ship but also boosted Mumbai’s innings. Sarfaraz, who rejoined the squad a day before being dropped from the Indian squad for the second Test against Bangladesh, showed exceptional composure and skill, proving himself as a reliable middle-order batsman.
Also WATCH: Devdutt Padikkal’s stunning dive takes away Prithvi Shaw on Day 1 of Iran Cup 2024.
Here’s how the fans reacted:
Another day, another hundred for Sarfaraz Khan.
Against a bowling attack of Yash Dayal, Mukesh Kumar and Prasidh Krishna. Not bad at all 👏 pic.twitter.com/yzD2IXr1ZV
— Sameer Allana (@HitmanCricket) October 2, 2024
No matter how Sarfaraz Khan fares on the Australian pitches, he fully deserves to be in that plane for BGT 2024-25.
— aman (@bilateral_bully) October 2, 2024
Nice century under pressure by Sarfaraz Khan.
Great bowling by Mukesh Kumar as well. He should be given a chance in the Indian team before the BGT. If Shami is not suitable, he is the right man.— Lion (@thedecipher_) October 2, 2024
The big shot was from Sarfaraz Khan. Finally here. Good start to the season.
— Kaushik Kashyap (@CricKaushik_) October 2, 2024
Sarfaraz Khan smashed his 15th first-class century. 👏#Iran Cup #Mumbai #RestofIndia #SarfarazKhan #cricket #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/E6LxIHVvde
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 2, 2024
SARFAREZ KHAN HAS MORE THAN HUNDREDS IN FIRST-CLASS CRICKET 🤯🙇 pic.twitter.com/aFEHwrZL6c
– Jones. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 2, 2024
Sarfaraz Khan punches Yash Dayal on the back leg and runs in pairs to raise his arms, acknowledge his teammates and a few fans who cheer him loudly from the stands, give Tanush Kotia a hug or two. His face is just a love affair #Iran Cup roll over This is… pic.twitter.com/tT5xu2zPAN
— Amol Karhadkar (@karhacter) October 2, 2024
15th First-class hundred for Sarfaraz Khan. His second of the year and his fourth of the year #Iran Cup shots. Sarfaraz’s First-Class average has crossed 67 and is currently the fifth highest in the all-time charts.
— Lalith Kalidas (@lal__kal) October 2, 2024
Sarfaraz Khan 💯
Beat up once more.
His figures at 5/6 are simply incredible!— Sarvesh🏏 (@CricAspect) October 2, 2024
Sarfaraz Khan has completely closed the door on Shreyas Iyer’s Test return to the Indian team, even if there was a slim chance earlier, now it’s done for now…
— Jani Siva (@janisiva) October 2, 2024
