Mumbai, India – Musheer Khan, the young and talented batter from Jammu and Kashmir, has etched his name into the history books by breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s long-standing record for the highest individual score in a Ranji Trophy final.
Khan’s remarkable innings of 260 not out came in the final of the 2023-24 Ranji Trophy, where Jammu and Kashmir faced off against Mumbai at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. After batting first, Mumbai posted a mammoth total of 544/7 declared, thanks to a century by Sarfaraz Khan.
In response, Jammu and Kashmir got off to a shaky start, losing their top three batsmen cheaply. However, Khan came to the crease and played a counter-attacking innings, taking the Mumbai bowlers to the cleaners. He hit 34 fours and 10 sixes in his marathon knock, which lasted for over 500 minutes.
Khan’s innings not only helped Jammu and Kashmir avoid an innings defeat, but it also put them in a strong position to win the match. At the end of Day 3, Jammu and Kashmir were trailing by just 100 runs, with Khan still unbeaten on 224.
On Day 4, Khan continued to bat aggressively, reaching his double century in style with a six off Mumbai captain Prithvi Shaw. He eventually fell for 260 not out, but by then he had already secured his place in Ranji Trophy folklore.
Khan’s innings broke Tendulkar’s previous record of 233 not out, which he scored for Mumbai in the 1999-2000 Ranji Trophy final against Karnataka. It is a remarkable achievement for Khan, who is still only 23 years old.
Emotional Reaction
After the match, Khan expressed his delight at breaking Tendulkar’s record.
“It’s an unbelievable feeling,” said Khan. “Sachin Tendulkar is my idol, so to break his record is a dream come true. I never thought I would be able to achieve something like this.”
Khan also praised his teammates for their support throughout the tournament.
“I couldn’t have done it without my teammates,” said Khan. “They all played their part and made this victory possible.”
Significance
Khan’s record-breaking innings is a significant moment for Jammu and Kashmir cricket. It is the first time that a player from the state has scored a double century in a Ranji Trophy final. It is also a testament to Khan’s immense talent and potential.
Khan is a rising star in Indian cricket, and his performance in the Ranji Trophy final has only enhanced his reputation. As a result, he is likely to be considered for inclusion in the Indian team for the upcoming Test series against Australia.
Conclusion
Musheer Khan’s record-breaking innings in the Ranji Trophy final is a reminder that anything is possible in cricket. With his talent, determination, and hard work, Khan has achieved something that many thought was impossible. He is an inspiration to young cricketers everywhere, and his story is sure to be told for generations to come.
