The stage was set for an exhilarating clash as Rajasthan faced Tamil Nadu in the 2nd Preliminary Quarter-Final of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25. Winning the toss, Tamil Nadu opted to bowl first, hoping to exploit the early conditions and restrict Rajasthan to a modest total. However, they were met with a fierce resistance from Rajasthan’s batters, particularly Abhijeet Tomar, whose brilliant century laid the foundation for a competitive innings.

Abhijeet Tomar’s resilient ton against Tamil Nadu

Tomar emerged as the star of the Rajasthan’s innings, scoring an impressive 111 runs off 125 balls. His innings was characterized by a mix of aggression and calculated shot selection, which kept the scoreboard ticking at a healthy rate. Tomar’s knock included 12 boundaries and a six, showcasing his ability to find gaps and rotate the strike effectively. His innings was pivotal in setting up a solid platform for Rajasthan, especially after losing an early wicket.

Tomar’s partnership with Mahipal Lomror, who contributed 60 runs off 49 balls, proved crucial. Together, they built a resilient partnership that not only stabilized the innings but also propelled Rajasthan towards a formidable total. Their collaboration was marked by strategic running between the wickets and timely boundaries, which frustrated the Tamil Nadu bowlers.

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Rajasthan batters’ successful outing in middle overs against Tamil Nadu

Rajasthan’s innings began with a rocky start as they lost their opener, Sachin Yadav, for just 4 runs. This early setback put pressure on the batting side, but Tomar quickly took charge, showcasing his class and composure. His aggressive yet calculated approach helped stabilize the innings, allowing him to build partnerships that would prove crucial.

Tomar found an ideal ally in Lomror, and together they formed a formidable partnership. Tomar’s ability to find gaps and rotate the strike kept the scoreboard moving, while Lomror complemented him with his own attacking play. The duo’s partnership flourished, pushing the total past 180 runs before Lomror was dismissed for 60.

Despite losing Deepak Hooda shortly after, Tomar continued to anchor the innings with his resilient knock. He reached his century with a flurry of boundaries, bringing excitement to the Rajasthan camp. However, he eventually fell to Varun Chakaravarthy after scoring 111 runs off 125 balls.

In the latter stages of the innings, Kartik Sharma contributed a steady 35 runs, while all other batters failed towards the end. Rajasthan finished their innings at 267 runs bundling out in 47.3 overs. This competitive total set a challenging target for Tamil Nadu as they prepared to chase down the runs in pursuit of victory.

Here’s how Twitter reacted:

Rajasthan are 267 all out 🎯

1⃣1⃣1⃣ for Abhijeet Tomar
6⃣0⃣ for Mahipal Lomror

Varun Chakaravarthy the pick of Tamil Nadu bowlers with 5⃣/5⃣2⃣

Can Tamil Nadu chase it down? #VijayHazareTrophy | @IDFCFIRSTBank

Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/pSVoNE63b2 pic.twitter.com/QUL3OMfrX5

— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) January 9, 2025

Abhijeet Tomar played a brilliant innings of 110 runs off 120 balls against TN in the Vijay Hazare Trophy pic.twitter.com/a8IOALQdWp

— cricwa🏏 (@AnsariAjaz83776) January 9, 2025

Abhijeet tomar brilliant Hundreds against Tamilnadu in pre quarter finals of Vijay hajare trophy.#India #domestic #vijayhazare #abhijeettomar #BCCI pic.twitter.com/ZxwTpmX1H9

— THE ALLROUNDER (@TheAllr0under) January 9, 2025

Abhijeet Tomar smashed Well build Hundred in Pre Quarter final

-Scores 100 runs in 107 balls (11×4, 4×6)
-Rajasthan 168/1 #RAJvTN #VijayHazareTrophy pic.twitter.com/74POKpSf4V

— Rohit Baliyan (@rohit_balyan) January 9, 2025

Terrific innings from Abhijeet Tomar in Vijay Hazare Trophy 💯#cricket #VijayHazareTrophy pic.twitter.com/ZYncNNfaDe

— Aman (@Amanriz78249871) January 9, 2025

A fine century for Abhijeet Tomar. took him time when the pacers were bowling well. but then has stepped on the pedal. 100 off 107b. Tushar raheja must be kicking himself for dropping a sitter when he was on 0. Rajasthan 169/1 in the 30th over

— S Dipak Ragav (@dipakragav) January 9, 2025

Abhijeet Tomar!!! whatta fine knock… pic.twitter.com/ziO63k8uDy

— Akash Thapa (@AkashThapa2505) January 9, 2025

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