SMAT 2022: Ruturaj Gaikwad smashes his second century

Century

Ruturaj Gaikwad hammered his second century in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Gaikwad smashed a superb 68-ball 114 for Maharashtra. He helped his side gain a 40-run win versus Kerala in Elite Group C.

Runs

Gaikwad is now the top scorer in the ongoing tournament. He has racked up 276 runs from four games at an average of 69.00 (2 tons). Gaikwad surpassed the tally of Prithvi Shaw (269) in terms of most runs.

Knock

Against Kerala, Gaikwad stood tall, smashing eight fours and seven sixes. He struck at 167.65. He shared an 84-run stand for the opening wicket alongside Pavan Shah.

Match

After a solid start, Maharashtra lost the fizz and lost key wickets. However, Gaikwad ensured that he stayed on until the end to help his side post 167. In response, Kerala managed 127/8 in 20 overs. Rohan Kunnummal showed character with a 53-run effort.

T20 stats

In 88 T20s, Gaikwad has piled up an impressive 2,817 runs at 35.21. He has three hundreds and 20 fifties. He has now surpassed 100 career sixes in the format (101).