Ruturaj Gaikwad again showed why he remains one of the most reliable dough in the domestic cricket and on Thursday on the day of the Semi -final of the Duleep Trophy semifinals in Bengalur on Thursday, the brilliant 184 will begin.
The highest ranking of the western zone soon collapsed and the party remained in great problems in just 10 to 2 inside four exceeding. Both opening, Yashasvi Jaiswal And Harvik Desai, they were cheaply released with a new couple of Khaleel Ahmed and Deepak Chahara in a new ball. Gaikwad, who went under pressure, first focused on survival before opening his trademark.
Captain CSK detonated calm and confidence, punished free balls and kept the result boards. His shifts included 24 four and lonely six through Deep Third Man, emphasizing his control and accuracy. Although the goals were falling around him, Gaikwad did not lose his focus. He found some support in Tanush Kotian, who scored a half -century combat, and a couple compiled a single meaningful partnership of shifts.
At a time Gaikwad He was released, stalling from the bowling of Saransha Jain to 184, the western zone recovered well to 327 in 6. His knocking came out only 206 balls, showing not only his patience but also his ability to maintain healthy value.
A statement about the return of India
These shifts are of particular importance for Gaikwad. Despite the September in IPL for Chennai Super Kings and even franchise management as a captain, his chances in the Indian team were limited. His last international performance came in July 2024 against Zimbabwe in Harare and has since tried to break back into the group.
More known for his performance white balls, Gaikwad was often overlooked in the test cricket. However, these shifts are a reminder that the technique and temperament needed for the success of the red ball.
Maharashtra dough was consistent at the home circuit, and this knocking is likely to keep it in the minds of selectors when India is preparing for a busy season ahead. For the western zone, hundreds of Gaikwad created a perfect platform that would promote a place in the final of the Duleep Trophy.
At the age of 28, Gaikwad still has time on his side and shows, such as this, will strengthen his case only on the long -term horizon with the Indian team.
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Published:
Amar Pancker
Published on:
4 September 2025
