NEW DELHI: November 28 holds a particular place for Ruturaj Gaikwad because it marks vital milestones in his cricketing journey. On at the present time, he achieved exceptional private {and professional} feats, cementing his standing as a rising star of Indian cricket.
November 28 has turn into a fortunate attraction for Gaikwad, as he delivered two unforgettable performances on this very date in consecutive years. In 2022, he smashed an unbeaten 220 runs in opposition to Uttar Pradesh within the Vijay Hazare Trophy, showcasing his unbelievable expertise and dedication. Precisely a yr later, he adopted it up with a shocking maiden T20I century in opposition to Australia, additional solidifying his fame as a rising star in Indian cricket.
These scintillating knocks haven’t solely made this date memorable for Gaikwad however have additionally etched this reminiscence within the minds of cricket followers as a testomony to his brilliance.
IPL franchise Chennai Tremendous Kings additionally got here up with a improbable submit on social media platform ‘X’ for his captain, stating: “Don’t be concerned, it is simply one other day… The Day – Ruthursday!”
Through the 2022 file knock, Gaikwad additionally grew to become the primary batter to smash 7 sixes in a single over in Record A historical past.
The feat additionally equalled the Record-A world file of 43 runs in an over, in the course of the Vijay Hazare Trophy quarter-final between Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh on the Narendra Modi Stadium B Floor in Ahmedabad.
Gaikwad additionally joined an elite listing of gamers who’ve hit six sixes in an over in skilled cricket.
That listing contains embrace Garry Sobers (1968), Ravi Shastri (1985), Herschelle Gibbs (2007), Yuvraj Singh (2007), Ross Whiteley (2017), Hazratullah Zazai (2018), Leo Carter (2020), Kieron Pollard (2021), Thisara Perera (2021) and Jaskaran Malhotra (2021), Dipendra Singh Airee (2024), Darius Visser (2024), Priyansh Arya (2024).
Identified for his consistency and composure, Gaikwad continues to develop in stature and this date stays a cherished reminder of his contributions and the intense future he holds in Indian cricket.
