Mumbai teen spends over 72 hours at crease, scripts history
Mumbai teenager Siddarth Mohite could enter the Guinness World Record books after spending over 72 hours while batting during a marathon net session. The 19-year-old batted for 72 hours and five minutes over the last weekend, surpassing compatriot Virag Mane's record of 50 hours. It has been learned that a group of bowlers accompanied Mohite throughout the net session. Here are further details.
Thought of doing something different: Mohite
"I am very happy that I completed what I was trying. This was one way I wanted to show people that I have something extra in me," Mohite said in a media release. "Due to the COVID lockdown I lost two good cricketing years which was a big loss. So, I thought of doing something different and randomly this thought came to me."
Jwala Singh supported Mohite
As per PTI, Mohite was supported by his mentor Jwala Singh during his marathon effort. The latter has also coached youngster Yashasvi Jaiswal, who played the Under-19 World Cup. "Every one said no to me. Then I contacted Jwala Sir and he said why not? He supported me all the way and provided whatever was required," Mohite added.
What does the rule state?
As mentioned, a group of bowlers helped Mohite complete the Herculean task over three days. It is interesting to note that a batter can take a break for just five minutes every hour during the net session.
A record yet to be recognized
Mohite's coach Jwala informed that his recording will be sent to the Guinness World Record books. The former batted for 22 more hours than Virag Mane, who created a 50-hour record in 2015. Notably, Mane took his first break, lasting 25 minutes, after five hours, during his net session. It remains to be seen if the book recognizes the historic feat of Mohite.
