Sarfaraz Khan's unbeaten 221

Sarfaraz's Historic 221 Grinds Down Rest of India*
With lower-order support from Kotian and Thakur, he became the first Mumbai batter to score a double-hundred in the Irani Cup.

Mumbai 536 for 9 (Sarfaraz 221*, Rahane 97, Kotian 64, Iyer 57, Mukesh 4-109) vs Rest of India

Sarfaraz Khan scripted history on day two of the Irani Cup, becoming the first-ever Mumbai batter to notch a double-century in the prestigious tournament. His resilient knock of 221* helped Mumbai grind down Rest of India (ROI), with key partnerships alongside Ajinkya Rahane (97) and Tanush Kotian (64) propelling their side to a commanding total of 536 for 9 in 138 overs in Lucknow.

The day began with Mumbai resuming at 237 for 4, and the partnership between Sarfaraz and Rahane flourished, adding 131 for the fifth wicket. Although Rahane fell just three runs short of his century, Sarfaraz carried on. Supported by Kotian’s patient 64 and Thakur’s handy 36, Sarfaraz powered Mumbai's innings, with his 15th first-class century followed by an incredible double-ton.

Mumbai's lower order stood strong, despite ROI's attempts to break through, led by Mukesh Kumar's four-wicket haul. Sarfaraz took advantage of a dropped chance when he was on 97*, continuing to dominate with boundaries and powerful strokes. His innings helped Mumbai cross the 500-run mark comfortably, putting them in pole position to secure the Irani Cup.

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