Ranji Trophy 2021-22: Bengal becomes the first team with 9 fifties in an inning in Ranji History

In the quarter-finals against Jharkhand in the Ranji Trophy 2021-22 Bengal created an unique record. They becomes the first team with 9 players fifty plus score in the Ranji Trophy history. Bengal declared their inning at 773/7 as they look to book a spot in the semis of Ranji Trophy.

On the first day, openers Abhishek Raman, and Abhimanyu Easwaran had scored their respective fifties. However, Raman had to retired hurt and then come back to complete his fifty. Captain Easwaran had to depart after scoring 65.

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Meanwhile, 23-ear old Sudip Gharami and veteran Anustup Majumdar completed their tons. Sudip had completed his maiden first-class ton on the first day. Anustup completed his one on the second day. After Anustup and Raman's departure Manoj Tiwary completed scored his fifty as well. On the other hand, young sensation, Abishek Porel scored a blistering 68 as well.

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On the third day, all-rounders Shahbaz Ahmed and Sayan Sekhar Mondal scored their fifties to make it a record for Bengal. Till then all of the eight batters had scored their fifties in the match. But, Akash Deep came and made it nine with his quickfire inning. Akash Deep was unbeaten on 53 off 18. Meanwhile, Sayan Sekhar Mondal was also unbeaten on 53 off 85 balls!