Haryana pacer Anshul Kamboj etched his name into the record books with a spectacular performance in the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024-25. Playing in the Elite Group C clash against Kerala in Lahli, Kamboj achieved a rare and historic feat by taking all 10 wickets in a single innings, becoming only the third bowler in the tournament’s storied history to accomplish this milestone.
Anshul Kamboj takes perfect 10
Kamboj’s phenomenal effort saw him dismantle the Kerala batting lineup entirely. His 10-wicket haul puts him in an elite league, alongside the likes of Premangsu Mohan Chatterjee and Pradeep Sunderam, who had previously achieved this feat in the Ranji Trophy.
The last such performance in the Ranji Trophy came during the 1985-86 season when Rajasthan’s Sunderam took 10 wickets against Vidarbha. Bengal’s Chatterjee was the pioneer of this achievement back in the 1956-57 season. Kamboj’s exceptional feat mirrors the iconic performance of Anil Kumble, who achieved the same milestone for India against Pakistan in a Test match.
Historic moment for Kamboj
The highlight of Kamboj’s spell was his final wicket, dismissing Kerala’s Shaun Roger, caught brilliantly by Kapil Hooda. This incredible effort is especially noteworthy given the batting-friendly nature of modern cricket. It signifies a remarkable achievement for Kamboj and highlights his prowess as a fast bowler.
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Impressive season for the Haryana speedster
Kamboj’s historic performance also marked his 50th first-class wicket in just his 19th appearance. The pacer has been in exceptional form this season. Earlier in the year, he claimed an eight-wicket haul in the Duleep Trophy, joining an exclusive group of pacers, including Ashoke Dinda and Debasis Mohanty, to accomplish this feat.
Additionally, Kamboj represented India A in the ACC Emerging Asia Cup in Oman, showcasing his skills at the international level. His contributions have firmly established him as one of the standout performers in red-ball cricket this season.
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