Historic Ranji Trophy Match Breaks 63-Year Record!

Historic Short Match

The recent Ranji Trophy game between Assam and Services has set a remarkable record by becoming the shortest ever match in the history of India’s premier red-ball tournament. Lasting just 90 overs, the match concluded with Services defeating Assam by eight wickets. This is not just a victory; it’s a historic moment for cricket.

Match Highlights

Services came into this match after a strong win against Tripura, and they continued their brilliant form. Assam batted first and unfortunately fell apart, losing all their wickets for a mere 103 runs in 17.2 overs. The standout bowlers for Services were Arjun Sharma and Mohit Jangra, both of whom managed to achieve a remarkable hat-trick each, marking the first time two bowlers achieved such a feat in the same innings of a first-class game.

Riyan Parag’s Heroics

The second innings saw Riyan Parag step up with impressive bowling stats, securing his career-best figures of 5 for 25. His efforts weren’t in vain as Services barely managed a lead, scoring 108 runs in 29.2 overs.

Statistics Summary

With Services successfully chasing the low target of 71 runs in just 13.5 overs for the loss of two wickets, this match is not only a testament to the skills of the players involved but a significant chapter in the history of the Ranji Trophy.