In a historic moment for the Ranji Trophy, Mumbai’s number 10 batsman Tanush Kotian, and number 11, Tushar Deshpande, achieved an extraordinary feat by scoring centuries in the knock-out stage. This rare occurrence in cricket took place during the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal against Baroda on the fifth day of play.
Mumbai found themselves in a precarious position after losing their ninth wicket with the score at 337 runs. However, what followed was nothing short of remarkable as Tanush and Tushar displayed exceptional batting prowess to guide Mumbai to an unexpected turn of events.
Having already taken the lead in the first innings, Mumbai’s performance in the second innings secured their spot in the semi-finals of the Ranji Trophy. In the first innings, Mumbai posted a total of 383 runs, while Baroda managed to score 348 runs in response. Notably, Baroda faltered in the latter stages of their innings, losing their last five wickets for just 47 runs.
The partnership between Tanush Kotian and Tushar Deshpande not only propelled Mumbai to victory but also etched their names in the annals of Ranji Trophy history. This iconic moment underscores the unpredictable nature of cricket and the resilience of players in the face of adversity.
