Sat Nov 23 17:35:47 UTC 2024: ## Tilak Varma Makes History with Third Consecutive T20 Century
**Hyderabad, India –** Tilak Varma etched his name in the record books on Saturday, becoming the first batter ever to score three consecutive T20 centuries. The 22-year-old Hyderabad captain achieved the feat in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy opener against Meghalaya, smashing an unbeaten 151 off just 67 balls – a new Indian record for the highest T20 score, surpassing Shreyas Iyer’s previous best of 147.
Varma’s innings, featuring 14 fours and 10 sixes, was a continuation of his remarkable form. He previously scored back-to-back centuries in the recent T20I series against South Africa, becoming only the second Indian after Sanju Samson to achieve this milestone. His latest century came in just 51 balls, following a blistering half-century in 28.
The young star’s explosive performance underscores his burgeoning talent. With over 2950 T20 runs in 90 innings and now four centuries to his name, Varma is quickly establishing himself as one of India’s most exciting prospects. His impressive form has already earned him a place among the five players retained by the Mumbai Indians ahead of the IPL 2025 auction.
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