Sarfaraz Khan becomes Mumbai's first-ever double-centurion in Irani Cup
What's the story
Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan has scripted history by scoring a double-century against Rest of India in the 2024 Irani Cup.
Sarfaraz unlocked the achievement on Day 2 of the prestigious final between ROI and Mumbai, the reigning Ranji Trophy champions.
Notably, Sarfaraz has become the first batter with a double-century for Mumbai in Irani Cup history.
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Counter-attacking knock en route to century
Sarfaraz came in at number four after Ajinkya Rahane and Shreyas Iyer steadied Mumbai's ship (139/4). ROI earlier opted to field.
Sarfaraz joined Rahane, as the duo didn't let ROI gain impetus. While Rahane continued with his defensive approach, Sarfaraz counter-attacked from the other end.
Although the latter lost Rahane and Shams Mulani in quick succession, he completed his 15th First-Class ton.
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A 253-ball double-ton for Sarfaraz
Sarfaraz then found support from Tanush Kotian. The duo took Mumbai past 460 from 280/6. Sarfaraz, despite battling cramps, went on to complete his double-century in the final session. He took 253 balls for the same.
History
A historic double-ton for Sarfaraz
As mentioned, Sarfaraz has become the first batter to score a double-century for Mumbai in Irani Cup history.
The previous-highest individual score for a Mumbai batter in this match is 195 by RD Parkar in 1972.
Sarfaraz is overall the 11th batter with a double-ton in the Irani Cup.
Yashasvi Jaiswal was the last batter to do so, in 2023.