Ranji Trophy: Himateja ton puts Hyderabad in command
Hyderabad cricketer K. Himateja scored a century during a Ranji Trophy match against Andhra, putting his team in a strong position. Himateja credited his performance to improved mental preparation and guidance from veteran players.
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The Ranji Trophy is a premier domestic cricket tournament in India, serving as a key platform for identifying national-level talent.
Ranji Trophy: Himateja ton puts Hyderabad in command left Hyderabad's K. Himateja celebrates after scoring a century during the third day of the Ranji Trophy match between Hyderabad and Andhra at the ACA Stadium in Mulapadu. K.V.S. Giri K.V.S. Giri https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/mfmkk5/article71605135.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/vjkvg-century%2010.JPG K V S Giri Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, 20-10-2026: Hyderabad's K Himateja celebrates after scoring a century during the 3rd day of the Ranji Trophy match between Hyderabad vs Andhra at the ACA Stadium in Mulapadu. Photo Giri KVS/ The Hindu ‘When I was batting, and two wickets fell, I knew in my mind that someone would partner with me,’ said K. Himateja Vijayawada The mind is the hardest pitch of all, and Hyderabad’s K. Himateja had three guides to help him read it: Tillakaratne Dilshan, Wasim Jaffer and Anirudh Singh.
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