Hyderabad’s Tanmay Agarwal Scripts History with Fastest First-Class Triple Century

Tanmay Agarwal of Hyderabad etched his name in cricket history by blasting the fastest triple century in First-Class history on Friday, rewriting the record books with a blistering display in Hyderabad’s Ranji Trophy clash against Arunachal Pradesh.

The 28-year-old left-handed opener needed just 147 balls to reach the 300-run mark, pulverizing the previous record held by South African Marco Marais who took 191 deliveries for his triple ton in 2017. Agarwal remained unbeaten on a mammoth 323* off 160 balls at stumps, his innings decorated with 33 fours and a staggering 21 sixes.

His onslaught propelled Hyderabad to a commanding 529/1 at the close of play, having reached the half-thousand mark in a mere 48 overs. The Hyderabad-born batter also surpassed Ishan Kishan’s record of 14 sixes in an Indian First-Class inning, raining down boundaries on the Arunachal Pradesh bowlers.

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Agarwal’s partner-in-crime, skipper Rahul Singh, provided able support, smashing 185 off just 105 balls in a 449-run opening stand built in a rapid 40.2 overs. The pair effectively put the game out of reach before lunch, leaving Arunachal Pradesh facing a monumental task.

Earlier in the day, the visiting team was skittled out for a mere 172, with Chama Milind and Kartikeya Kak claiming three wickets apiece. The experienced T Natarajan chipped in with two scalps while conceding 53 runs.

Agarwal’s historic feat not only marked a personal milestone but also handed Hyderabad a commanding lead and put them firmly in the driver’s seat in the Group Plate encounter.

His breathtaking display of power hitting served as a timely reminder of his immense talent, leaving cricket fans in awe and rewriting the record books for the fastest First-Class triple century.