Abdul Samad has made history for Jammu and Kashmir in the Ranji Trophy by becoming the first player from the region to score two centuries in a single match. This remarkable feat took place during the ongoing Elite Group A match against Odisha at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack on Monday, October 21.
Historic performance by Abdul Samad
Samad’s first innings was a display of aggressive batting, where he scored 127 runs off 117 balls, hitting 9 sixes and 6 fours. His performance helped Jammu and Kashmir post a total of 270. However, Odisha managed to edge ahead with 272 on the scoreboard, leaving Jammu and Kashmir trailing by two runs.
In the second innings, Samad continued his explosive form, scoring an unbeaten 108 runs off 108 balls, which included another 6 sixes and 5 fours. His contributions allowed Jammu and Kashmir to declare their second innings at 270 for 7, setting a target of 269 for Odisha.
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Significance of the achievement for Samad
This achievement is particularly noteworthy as Samad’s twin centuries not only highlight his individual talent but also mark a significant milestone for cricket in Jammu and Kashmir. He became only the third Indian cricketer to score two centuries in a First-Class match while hitting a total of 15 sixes across both innings, a record that underscores his aggressive batting style.
Samad’s performance is expected to attract attention from IPL franchises ahead of the upcoming auction, as he has already made a name for himself playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) since 2020. Over his IPL career, he has accumulated over 550 runs in 50 matches at a strike-rate of 146.08, showcasing his potential as a hard-hitting batters.
As Jammu and Kashmir continues the campaign in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25, Samad’s historic achievement serves as an inspiration for aspiring cricketers from the region. His success is likely to encourage further investment in cricket development programs in Jammu and Kashmir, paving the way for future talents to emerge on larger platforms.