Ranji Trophy: Shardul Thakur's 6-wicket haul propels Mumbai against Haryana
What's the story
Indian all-rounder Shardul Thakur has put Mumbai in command against Haryana in the Ranji Trophy quarter-final match at Kolkata's Eden Gardens.
His sensational performance saw him take six wickets in the second innings that turned the match in favor of Mumbai.
The pacer's briliance meant Haryana were folded for 301 after Mumbai posted 315/10 while batting first.
Here we decode Shardul's stats.
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Thakur's performance puts Mumbai on top
As mentioned, Mumbai posted 315/10 while batting first courtesy of brilliant performances from Shams Mulani (91) and Tanush Kotian (97).
However, Haryana made a comeback on the second day, scoring 263 runs with five wickets in hand.
They were just 52 runs short of taking the lead when Thakur stepped up to deliver his match-winning performance.
He had earlier dismissed opener Lakshhya Dalal, drawing the first blood for Mumbai. Thakur later dismantled the lower order.
Stats
Maiden fifer for Thakur this season
Thakur has been one of the standout performers for Mumbai with his serious match-winning skills. He has played a key role in helping Mumbai reach the quarters.
Playing his eighth game this season, Thakur has raced to 30 wickets at 22-plus with the help of three four-fers. This was his maiden fifer.
With the bat, Thakur has made tremendous impact, scoring 396 runs from nine innings at 45-plus (100s: 1, 50s: 3).
Career
Here are his FC numbers
Thakur overall finished with figures worth 6/58 in 18.5 overs.
The all-rounder, who is currently playing in his 91st First-Class match, has raced to 293 wickets at 28-plus.
This was his 15th fifer as he also owns a solitary match 10-wicket haul.
With the bat, the all-rounder has scored 2,383 runs while averaging just over 18.5, as per ESPNcricinfo.
He owns two FC hundreds and 15 fifties.
Future prospects
Thakur's absence from Team India and potential return
Thakur last played a Test match for Team India in 2023 and hasn't returned to the team since.
He was injured for a while but is now fully fit. Despite his fitness, he wasn't picked for the white-ball series against England or the Champions Trophy.
He even went unsold in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. However, considering his current form in the Ranji Trophy, he could join a team as a replacement player.