How An Australia Legend Is Powering The Career Of LSG Star Ayush Badoni

Ayush Badoni was batting on 193 and has already surpassed his previous best score in First-Class Cricket by two runs. But the batter showed courage and smashed two sixes in the next four balls to bring a swift conclusion to the final day's play in the Ranji Trophy clash between Delhi and Jharkhand at Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Saturday. Badoni's powerful shots helped Delhi surpass Jharkhand's first-innings total of 382, securing a lead of six runs as their Elite Division Group-D match ended in a draw on Saturday. He was adjudged the Player of the Match for his superb knock.

After finishing Day Three on 116 off 146 balls, Badoni's performance on the fourth day was nothing short of breathtaking. Having been in a precarious position at 98/4 following Jharkhand's total of 382 in the first innings, Badoni single-handedly led Delhi's charge, finishing unbeaten on 205 runs. Reaching this landmark in just 216 deliveries, his innings included 16 fours and 10 sixes, a display of both technical prowess and attacking flair.

In the final stages of the game, Badoni, with a display of aggression, hit two consecutive sixes off left-arm spinner Manishi, the first to long-off and the second straight down the ground, which saw him bring up his maiden First-Class double century.

This timely assault ensured Delhi reached 388/7 before both teams decided to shake hands and settle for a draw. The impact of Badoni's knock was undeniable, and it left Delhi to claim three points from the match while Jharkhand got one, keeping them in fourth place in Group D. This match is a significant moment in his journey as he replaced Himmat Singh as the team's leader earlier this season, Badoni took the responsibility with maturity and composure.

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