Indian fast bowler Shardul Thakur made headlines in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25, registering a hat trick for Mumbai against Meghalaya. The 33-year-old, who has represented India in 11 Test matches, showcased his brilliance by dismissing three batters in three balls during his second over of the match.
Thakur’s hat trick places him among an elite list, making him the fifth Mumbai bowler to achieve this rare feat in Ranji Trophy history. The last Mumbai bowler to claim a hat trick was Royston Dias in the 2023-24 season.
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A Breakdown of Shardul Thakur’s Hat Trick:

Thakur began his spell aggressively, taking his first wicket by dismissing Nishanta Chakraborty on the fourth delivery of the innings. However, his historic moment came in his second over, when he claimed three wickets in three balls:
- Balchander Anirudh (4th ball of 2nd over) – Bowled out for a three-ball duck as Thakur breached his defense.
- Sumit Kumar (5th ball of 2nd over) – Golden duck, caught by Shams Mulani.
- Jaskirat Singh (6th ball of 2nd over) – Another golden duck, clean bowled by Thakur to complete his hat trick.
His lethal pace attack left Meghalaya struggling, ultimately bowling them out for just 86 runs.
Mumbai Gains the Upper Hand in Ranji Trophy 2024-25:

Thanks to Thakur’s exceptional spell, Mumbai has firm control over the match against Meghalaya. With the team eyeing another Ranji Trophy title, performances like this will play a crucial role in their campaign.
Shardul Thakur’s hat trick is a historic moment for Mumbai cricket, reinforcing his reputation as a game-changer in domestic cricket. His performance has put Mumbai in a commanding position and is another reminder of his match-winning abilities.
Stay tuned for more updates on Ranji Trophy 2024-25!
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