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Xtra Time Web Desk: Haryana opener Yashvardhan Dalal shattered the Col. CK Nayudu Trophy record with a stunning 426 not out against Mumbai on Saturday. His remarkable innings, which included 46 fours and 12 sixes, eclipsed the previous record of 312 set by Sameer Rizvi of Uttar Pradesh last season, helping Haryana reach a commanding 732 for 8 by stumps on Day 2.

Mumbai won the toss and opted to field, but their bowlers had no response to Dalal and his opening partner Arsh Ranga’s partnership. The duo put together a mammoth 410-run stand for the first wicket, with Ranga contributing a crucial 151 before being dismissed by Atharva Bhosale. While wickets eventually fell, Dalal continued his aggressive knock, maintaining his momentum to create a record-breaking score.

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Dalal’s promotion to opener after modest performances at No. 3 proved to be a masterstroke. The 19-year-old seized the opportunity, hitting key milestones along the way—100 in 94 balls, 200 in 229, 300 in 347, and 400 in 451 balls—solidifying his place in the tournament’s history.

Haryana’s campaign in the tournament had been lackluster, with a draw against Madhya Pradesh and a heavy defeat to Jharkhand. Dalal’s extraordinary innings has given the team a morale boost and a chance to improve their standing. As the Col. CK Nayudu Trophy returns to its U-23 format this season, Dalal’s quadruple century has emerged as one of its defining moments. Haryana now looks poised to push for a strong result in this match, hoping to turn around their season.

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