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In a display of sheer determination and skill, Mumbai’s All-Rounder Shardul Thakur set the BKC ground in Mumbai on fire with a rousing celebration after scoring a century in the innings Ranji Trophy spice it up in front of Jammu and KashmirShardul’s performance was nothing short of heroic, rescuing Mumbai from a precarious position and turning the match in their favour.
The Bombay Battle Collapse and the Shardul Thakur Rescue Act
Shardul came to the crease with Mumbai in a spot of bother at 91/6, reduced further to 101/7 when he started his innings. The 33-year-old, known for his aggressive batting, showed his mettle by smashing his second top-class century off just 105 deliveries, including 15 boundaries. This knock was particularly significant as it was his first since his first-class maiden in the previous Ranji Trophy semi-final against Tamil Naduwhere he had similarly emerged in Bombay from a collapse.
Shardul’s spirited celebration after reaching the triple figure score
The celebration that followed was as explosive as their entrances. After reaching his century with a six in the 60th over in Mumbai’s second innings, Shardul raised his arms in Triumph, beat his chest and gestured towards the Mumbai dressing room, a moment captured and widely shared across social media platforms. His celebration was a testament to the relief and joy of overcoming adversity under pressure, reflecting the spirit of a cricketer who thrives in challenging scenarios.
Here is the video:
💯 For Shadul Thakur 🙌🙌
Crucial strike under pressure 👏
The celebrations say it all 👌#Ranjitrophy ; @Idfcfirstbank
Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/OYXDHQOTJO pic.twitter.com/o3xqijzrah
– BCCI Domestic (@bccidomestic) January 24, 2025
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Shardul’s heroics fuel hopes for a national comeback
This performance comes at a time when Shardul has been out of the Indian Test and IPL squads, with his last appearance for India coming in December 2023 against South Africa. His absence from the IPL 2025 auction had raised questions about his immediate cricketing future, but performances like these in domestic cricket are likely to keep him in the conversation for a national recall.
Mumbai’s strong position in the overs on Day 2
Defending champions Mumbai are now in a better position in the match thanks to Shardul’s heroics in the side Tanush KotianThe resistant half century. Heading into Day 2’s batting, Mumbai’s score stood at 274/7, leading by 188 runs, with Shardul and Kotian unbeaten on 113 and 58 respectively.
