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The Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season has witnessed some exceptional performances, but none have been as electrifying as Anshul Kamboj’s brilliant spell on Day 1 of the Elite Group C encounter between Kerala and Haryana. The former Mumbai Indians pacer has taken all 8 wickets to fall so far, putting him on the verge of becoming just the third cricketer in Ranji Trophy history to claim all 10 wickets in a single innings.
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A Historic Feat in Sight
If Kamboj manages to take the remaining two wickets, he will join an exclusive list of cricketers who have achieved this rare feat. The first was Premangsu Chatterjee, who picked all 10 wickets for Bengal against Assam in the 1956-57 season. The only other cricketer to do so was Pradeep Sunderam for Rajasthan against Vidarbha in the 1985-86 season. Now, after nearly 39 years, Anshul Kamboj stands on the cusp of creating history.
Kamboj’s Heroics Derail Kerala’s Innings
The match between Kerala and Haryana, currently taking place at the Chaudhary Bansi Lal Cricket Stadium in Rohtak, started off well for Kerala. They were cruising at 91-1, thanks to solid contributions from Rohan Kunnummal, Akshay Chauhan, Sachin Baby, and Mohammed Azharuddeen, all of whom scored fifties.
However, Kamboj’s fiery spell changed the course of the game. The 26-year-old bowled with exceptional accuracy and aggression, ending Day 1 with figures of 8/48 in 27 overs, including 7 maidens. Kerala’s batting lineup crumbled under his relentless pace attack, leaving them at 217-8 by stumps. Shoun Roger (37*) and Basil Thampi (4*) are the last recognized batsmen at the crease, trying to salvage Kerala’s innings.
Kamboj’s Journey to Stardom
Before this match, Anshul Kamboj had taken 47 wickets in 18 first-class matches since his debut in the 2022 Ranji season, solidifying his reputation as a consistent performer. His impressive form also earned him a spot in the Mumbai Indians squad during the IPL 2024, where he featured in three matches.
This spell against Kerala could be a defining moment in Kamboj’s career, as he aims to join the ranks of legends with a 10-wicket haul.
What’s Next for Kamboj on Day 2?
As the match heads into Day 2, all eyes will be on Anshul Kamboj. Will he make history and become the third cricketer to take all 10 wickets in a Ranji Trophy innings? The cricketing fraternity will be eagerly watching as Kamboj looks to achieve this rare and remarkable feat.
