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Ruturaj Gaikwad Shines with 184 in Duleep Trophy

9/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Ruturaj Gaikwad scored 184 runs for West Zone in the Duleep Trophy semi-final against Central Zone on September 4, ending Day 1 at 363/6.
Khaleel Ahmed took two early wickets, dismissing openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer.
Gaikwad's innings follows a recent century in the Buchi Babu tournament, his eighth first-class hundred.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1973 by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the Duleep Trophy promotes regional cricket by featuring teams from various zones. This prestigious tournament has seen remarkable individual performances, such as Ruturaj Gaikwad's 184 runs in the 2023 semi-final, contributing to the ongoing legacy of Indian cricket and inspiring future generations.

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Story summary

Ruturaj Gaikwad scored 184 runs for West Zone in the Duleep Trophy semi-final against Central Zone on September 4, ending Day 1 at 363/6.
Khaleel Ahmed took two early wickets, dismissing openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer.
Gaikwad's innings follows a recent century in the Buchi Babu tournament, his eighth first-class hundred.

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