Abhimanyu Easwaran continues to impress in domestic cricket, scoring a century during the 2024 Duleep Trophy match between India B and India C, held in Anantapur. As captain of the India B team, Easwaran made history by becoming the first player in 21 years to achieve a rare cricketing milestone.

Even though he is still waiting for his debut in the Indian Test team, Easwaran showcased his exceptional form in the 2024-25 Duleep Trophy. During the match at the Rural Development Trust Stadium, he scored the 24th century of his first-class career, playing a captain’s knock of 157 against India C.

Leading the Fight

Despite his team struggling, with Anshul Kamboj dismantling the batting lineup, Easwaran stood strong. While well-known players like Sarfaraz Khan and Rinku Singh couldn’t make an impact, Easwaran was the last man standing with his impressive unbeaten 157.

Abhimanyu Easwaran’s Historic Feat

India C had posted a massive total of 525 runs, but Easwaran led his team with a crucial inning. India B was all out for 332 runs, conceding a lead of 193. His opening partner, Narayan Jagadeesan, gave some support with a solid 70-run knock, forming a 129-run partnership with Easwaran. However, none of the other batters managed to score more than 26 runs.

Easwaran became only the 7th player in Duleep Trophy history to “carry his bat” throughout an innings, joining names like Aakash Chopra, Wasim Jaffer, and Gautam Gambhir. He is the first player to do this in 21 years, and his 157 is the second-highest score by anyone who carried their bat in the 63-year history of the competition.

What Does “Carrying the Bat” Mean?

In cricket, “carrying the bat” refers to an opener staying not out until the end of the innings when the rest of the team is bowled out.

Players Who Carried the Bat in Duleep Trophy History

Player	Score	Team	Opponent	Year	Venue
Surendra Bhave	28 off 103 balls	West Zone	East Zone	1993/94	Surat
Wasim Jaffer	173 off 367 balls	West Zone	North Zone	1999/00	Kolkata
Aakash Chopra	119 off 253 balls	North Zone	West Zone	2001/02	Pune
SS Das	124 off 283 balls	East Zone	England A	2003/04	Amritsar
Gautam Gambhir	111 off 191 balls	North Zone	West Zone	2003/04	Dharamshala
Vinayak Mane	127 off 277 balls	West Zone	North Zone	2003/04	Dharamshala
Abhimanyu Easwaran	157 off 332 balls	India B	India C	2024/25	Anantapur

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