In the opening game of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season, Bengal opener Abhimanyu Easwaran continued his stellar form by scoring his fourth century in as many matches. Easwaran’s knock came against Uttar Pradesh at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow, keeping him in strong contention for a spot in the Indian Test squad. Despite multiple call-ups to the national side, Easwaran is yet to make his Test debut, but his consistent performances in domestic cricket are keeping the selectors under pressure.
Dominating Domestic Cricket
Easwaran’s century against Uttar Pradesh was yet another reminder of his form, following up impressive performances in the Duleep and Irani Trophy. His recent scores of 127*, 191, 116, and now another ton highlight his ability to perform under pressure. With over 7500 runs in First-Class cricket, he remains one of India’s most prolific openers at the domestic level.
Pushing for a Test Debut
Fans and cricket pundits alike have called for Easwaran to be included in the Indian Test team for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. India will need a strong bench for the challenging five-match series, and Easwaran could be the perfect back-up opener, especially if injuries arise or players need rest. His century against UP is another testament to his readiness for the next level.
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Bengal’s Commanding Position
Thanks to Easwaran’s heroics, Bengal set a 274-run target for Uttar Pradesh on the final day of the match. Bengal managed to bowl out UP for 292 runs in their first innings, narrowly missing out on matching Bengal’s 311-run total. Easwaran’s innings helped Bengal gain the upper hand, and UP now faces a tough challenge to survive on the last day of play.
All eyes will be on Easwaran to see if he can continue his remarkable run and secure a place in India’s Test squad for the much-anticipated Australia series.
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