In a thrilling encounter between Assam and Chhattisgarh during the ongoing Ranji Trophy, Assam skipper Riyan Parag left a lasting mark by smashing a record-breaking 12 sixes on Monday. Parag’s blistering innings saw him achieve the second-highest century in the history of the prestigious domestic tournament, scoring an impressive 155 runs off just 87 balls.
The 22-year-old all-rounder’s century, accomplished in a mere 56 balls, showcased his aggressive yet effective batting prowess. However, despite Parag’s heroics, Chhattisgarh emerged victorious, clinching the match by 10 wickets.
Notably, the record for the fastest century in Ranji Trophy still belongs to wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant, who achieved the milestone in just 48 balls against Jharkhand back in 2016.
The match unfolded with Chhattisgarh’s bowlers, Vashudev Bareth and Jivesh Butte, playing pivotal roles. They combined to scalp three wickets each, restricting Assam to a total of 254 runs after Chhattisgarh had taken an 86-run lead.
Chasing the target, Chhattisgarh’s openers Eknath Kerkar and Rishabh Tiwari exhibited finesse, guiding their team to victory in a mere 20 overs. Kerkar contributed an unbeaten 31 runs, while Tiwari secured 48* runs, sealing a comprehensive 10-wicket win for Chhattisgarh.
While Assam may have fallen short in this encounter, Riyan Parag’s extraordinary innings has etched a memorable chapter in Ranji Trophy history, captivating cricket enthusiasts and adding another layer of excitement to this year’s competition.
