Young Mumbai batter Musheer Khan showcased his brilliance with the bat on the opening day of the ongoing Duleep Trophy 2024 match between India A and India B at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. On a challenging day for batting, Musheer emerged as the lone warrior for his team, ensuring they ended the day on a positive note.
Coming in at No. 3, Musheer witnessed wickets tumbling around him, with his team struggling at 94/7. Despite the mounting pressure, the 19-year-old demonstrated remarkable composure and resilience. He initially took a cautious approach, getting his eye in before gradually shifting gears to steer his team out of trouble. Musheer’s determined knock helped India B cross the 200-run mark, a feat that seemed unlikely given the situation.
Musheer’s performance was not just about surviving; he also showcased his technical prowess. Against the new ball, he tackled the fast bowlers by confidently walking down the pitch, and later, he displayed solid defense against the spin duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Tanush Kotian.
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His half-century was a testament to his grit, and he soon converted it into a sensational century, making his Duleep Trophy debut even more memorable. The young batter found a reliable partner in Navdeep Saini, who supported him well during their unbeaten 100+ stand. Saini, known for his bowling, contributed a crucial 29 runs off 74 balls, allowing Musheer to anchor the innings.
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Together, they frustrated the opposition and put India B in a much stronger position. Musheer’s century was met with widespread applause, including a special moment from his brother, Sarfaraz Khan, who is also part of the same team. Sarfaraz rushed out of the dressing room to celebrate his brother’s milestone, a heartwarming scene that added to the significance of the moment.
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At stumps on Day 1, Musheer remained unbeaten on 105 off 227 balls, including 10 fours and 2 sixes. His heroic effort helped India B reach 202/7, and he will be hoping to extend his innings on Day 2, aiming to take his team past the 300-run mark and secure a commanding position in the match.
