On Friday, August 25, in Match 25 of the Maharaja Trophy T20 2023, held at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Indian Test batter Mayank Agarwal showcased exceptional batting skills while leading the Bengaluru Blasters against the Mysore Warriors.
The 32-year-old cricketer delivered a remarkable performance, crafting a magnificent score of 105 runs off 57 balls. His innings was adorned with nine boundaries and six maximums, truly reflecting his dazzling form on the field.
Choosing to bat first, Mayank Agarwal’s splendid century played a pivotal role in Bengaluru Blasters setting a formidable total of 212/4. In the defending phase, Mohsin Khan emerged as the standout performer, securing four wickets for 35 runs, which led to Mysore Warriors finishing their innings at 202/8.
Significantly, Bengaluru secured their inaugural victory of the season after enduring seven consecutive defeats. Prior to this match, they had faced defeat on every one of those seven occasions.
As of now, Bengaluru Blasters stand as the sole team to be eliminated from the Maharaja Trophy T20 2023. Their aim is to conclude the campaign on a positive note by triumphing over Shivamogga Lions on August 27, at the same venue.
Mayank Agarwal’s absence from India’s squad is noteworthy. His most recent appearance for the national team was in March 2022, during a match against Sri Lanka. In the Test format, he has demonstrated his flair by accumulating 1488 runs in 21 matches, maintaining an average of 41.33. However, his performance in ODIs has been less impressive, amassing just 86 runs across five matches.
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