Wed Nov 27 16:29:46 UTC 2024: ## Hardik Pandya Blasts 69 in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy as Baroda Wins Thriller

**Vadodara, India:** Following a record-breaking IPL 2025 mega-auction, domestic cricket continues to heat up in India with the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The tournament is proving to be a crucial platform for players to showcase their skills ahead of the upcoming IPL season, particularly for India all-rounder Hardik Pandya.

Pandya, playing for Baroda, delivered a sensational performance against Tamil Nadu today. Facing 30 balls, he smashed 69 runs, including four boundaries and seven sixes, leading Baroda to a thrilling three-wicket victory. His explosive innings came after Tamil Nadu had posted a challenging 222, thanks to significant contributions from Indrajith (25), N. Jagadeesan (57), Bhuvneshwar Kumar (28), Shahrukh Khan (39), and Vijay Shankar (42).

Baroda’s chase got off to a shaky start, but Pandya’s late blitz turned the tide. Notably, he plundered 29 runs off a single over bowled by CSK’s newly acquired bowler, Gurkeerat Singh, including four consecutive sixes. This electrifying display further solidified Pandya’s return to form and showcased his prowess ahead of the next IPL season. The match served as a reminder of the intense competition and exciting talent emerging in Indian domestic cricket.

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