Fans cheer as Musheer Khan’s century lifts India B in Duleep Trophy 2024-25 game against India A

Sep 5, 2024

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Fans cheer as Musheer Khan’s century lifts India B in Duleep Trophy 2024-25 game against India A

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In a stellar display of resilience, Musheer Khan, the younger brother of renowned Indian batter Sarfaraz Khan, scored a crucial century for India B in the ongoing Duleep Trophy 2024-25 match against India A at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. The 19-year-old right-hander came in at No. 3 for the Abhimanyu Easwaran-led side and displayed remarkable composure, facing 205 balls to reach the century mark.

A steady recovery after early setbacks

Coming to the crease after the early loss of skipper Easwaran in the 13th over, Musheer faced a daunting challenge as India B found themselves struggling at 94 for 7 in 43.5 overs. Despite the precarious situation, Musheer anchored the innings with maturity beyond his years. He formed a crucial partnership with Navdeep Saini, who provided solid support with 29 runs off 70 balls. Together, they added 108 runs for the eighth wicket, lifting India B to a respectable 202 for 7 in 78.2 overs by the end of the day’s play.

The Khan brothers’ celebration

Musheer’s century was a significant milestone, not only in the context of the match but also in his young career as it was his first ton in his maiden Duleep Trophy innings. His brother Sarfaraz , who was watching from the dressing room, was seen celebrating the achievement with his India B teammates. The heartwarming celebration was captured in a video shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on their official X handle, highlighting the bond between the Khan brothers.

Here’s how Fans reacted:

Musheer Khan, what a knock 🙌 #DuleepTrophy

— Dodda Ganesh | ದೊಡ್ಡ ಗಣೇಶ್ (@doddaganesha) September 5, 2024

Incredible hundred by Musheer Khan 💯#cricket #musheerkhan #DuleepTrophy #india #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/J1imIZXgIi

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) September 5, 2024

Brilliant hundred 💯 under pressure from Musheer Khan. #MusheerKhan #DuleepTrophy2024 pic.twitter.com/57XmDFcS7t

— Dipanjan Chatterjee (@I_am_DipCh) September 5, 2024

Well done Musheer Khan!

Century on debut in #DuleepTrophy2024 !!!

keep playing! 🙂

— Sourabh Sanyal 🇮🇳 (@sourabhsanyal) September 5, 2024

Musheer Khan 👏 #DuleepTrophy2024

— Abhishek Zagade (@AbhishekZagade7) September 5, 2024

My name is Khan and I know how to score 100’s
Remember they were 94-7 – it’s his first Duleep trophy match vs THE BIG BOYS & yes he is just 19 & some 180+ days old
But boy you played like a mature man
What an innings by Musheer Khan
PS – picture after Ranji 2022 final pic.twitter.com/U2eGJzkt3x

— रोहित जुगलान Rohit Juglan (@rohitjuglan) September 5, 2024

CENTURY BY MUSHEER KHAN…!!! 🌟

– The junior brother show in the Duleep Trophy, a fabulous hundred under tough circumstances by Musheer. He’s a great talent and doing justice to his talent. 👏🙇‍♂️#TeachersDay pic.twitter.com/eXuyMa0CiU

— Patel Keval (@PatelKe86911562) September 5, 2024

Musheer Khan Whatta century for you young man. Double ton in Ranji QF. Ton in the Ranji Trophy final and now a century on Duleep Trophy debut. Brilliant game. Has stuck to his plans and backed himself. Lage raho bhai.

— Kshitij Ojha (@Kshitij070) September 5, 2024

100 for Musheer Khan on Duleep Trophy debut. Brilliant innings. India B were 94/7, he along with Navdeep Saini have stitched a partnership of 100 runs and are still going strong. India A vs India B.#DuleepTrophy #DuleepTrophy2024

— Kanishk Agarwal (@kanishkdabaav27) September 5, 2024

Musheer Khan will not take that long to play for India like his elder brother.

And India is in search of a number three.

A lot of things to work on but temperament wise he is right up there.

— Kaushik Kashyap (@CricKaushik_) September 5, 2024

What a knock musheer khan 💯👌💪🤩
Supported really well by Navdeep Saini 🫡.
Duty ke baad roz practice, jitna duty utna practice 😅💪 #DuleepTrophy2024

— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) September 5, 2024

The dream run continues for Musheer Khan 👏♥️#DuleepTrophy

— Rajesh Khilare (@Cricrajeshpk) September 5, 2024

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Sarfaraz Khan’s struggle with the bat

While Musheer flourished, his elder brother Sarfaraz had a less successful outing with the bat. Coming in at No. 4 after Yashasvi Jaiswal‘s dismissal, Sarfaraz managed to score only nine runs off 35 balls before being trapped lbw by Avesh Khan. This dismissal was a setback for India B, as they had hoped for a more substantial contribution from the Test debutant, who had earlier impressed in his debut against England with fifties in both innings.

Musheer Khan’s tactical mastery against spin

Musheer’s innings was a masterclass in adaptability. Initially playing cautiously to counter the seam movement on a green Chinnaswamy pitch, he later took charge as the spinners came into play. Demonstrating excellent technique, Musheer swept the spinners effectively, punishing anything pitched in the fuller areas. Kuldeep Yadav and Tanush Kotian bore the brunt of his aggressive strokes, as Musheer struck 10 fours and two sixes in his unbeaten century.