Tanmay Agarwal Creates History with Fastest Triple Hundred in First-Class Cricket

Hyderabad‘s opener Tanmay Agarwal etched his name in the record books with a blazing triple hundred, propelling his team to a staggering 529 runs in just 48 overs against Arunachal Pradesh in a Ranji Trophy encounter. Agarwal’s incredible knock of 323 not out from a mere 160 balls rewrote the history books, surpassing the previous fastest recorded triple hundred held by Marco Marais since 2017.

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In an extraordinary display of aggressive batting, Agarwal smashed 33 boundaries, including 21 sixes, in his monumental innings. His 147-ball triple century is the quickest ever recorded in first-class cricket. This stunning achievement also saw Agarwal eclipse Ishan Kishan‘s Indian first-class record for the most sixes hit in a single innings.

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Hyderabad’s dominance didn’t end with Agarwal’s heroics as their skipper Rahul Singh played a scintillating knock, contributing a rapid 185 runs from just 105 deliveries. The duo combined forces to form an extraordinary opening partnership of 449 runs in just 40.2 overs, leaving the Arunachal Pradesh bowling attack in disarray.

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Agarwal’s triple hundred marks a significant moment in the history of the Ranji Trophy as he becomes the first player to score over 300 runs in a single day’s play. Hyderabad’s total of 529 runs in a mere 48 overs further highlights the team’s exceptional performance against Arunachal Pradesh.

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With this remarkable achievement, Tanmay Agarwal has etched his name in the annals of cricketing history, solidifying his position as a prolific run-scorer. The left-handed opener’s explosive innings showcases his immense talent and contribution to the sport.

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