In a breathtaking display of power-hitting, Mumbai's star batter Sarfaraz Khan unleashed a ferocious innings, smashing 157 runs off just 75 balls against Goa in the Vijay Hazare Trophy on Wednesday (December 31).
The 28-year-old right-hander's knock was laced with 9 fours and a staggering 14 sixes, propelling Mumbai to a formidable total of 444/8 in their 50 overs.
Batting at number four, Sarfaraz reached his century in a mere 56 balls, blending aggression with precision to dismantle the Goan bowling attack.
His strike rate of 209.33 underlined the carnage, as he targeted every corner of the ground in what has been hailed as one of the most destructive performances in the tournament's history.
The innings came at a crucial juncture for Mumbai, who
were looking to assert dominance in the elite group stage. Sarfaraz's blitz not only boosted the team's score but also overshadowed other notable contributions, including a solid opening stand and support from the middle order.
Goa, featuring players like Arjun Tendulkar, struggled to contain the onslaught, with Sarfaraz's boundaries flowing relentlessly.
This performance adds to Sarfaraz's growing reputation in domestic cricket, where he has consistently delivered match-winning knocks. Sarfaraz's knock propelled Mumbai to a massive total of 444 for 8 in their full quota of 50 overs.
Yashasvi Jaiswal opened for Mumbai and scored a well-compiled 46 in the match. Sarfaraz's younger brother Musheer Khan also played a valiant knock with a handy 60 off just 66 deliveries. The two Khan brothers added 93 crucial runs for the 3rd wicket for Mumbai, as Hardik Tamore, Shams Mulani and Tanush Kotian played excellent cameos at the end to secure a stellar score for Mumbai.
