Fri Jan 24 10:45:44 UTC 2025: ## Ranji Trophy: India’s stars falter, while unsung heroes dominate run charts
**Mumbai, India** – The ongoing Ranji Trophy, featuring several Indian stars for the first time in years, has seen a surprising turn of events. While much anticipation surrounded the performances of players like Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal, their returns to the tournament have been underwhelming. Sharma managed a mere 31 runs across two innings against Jammu and Kashmir, while Jaiswal scored a paltry 30. Other high-profile players also failed to make significant contributions.
However, the tournament has highlighted the remarkable achievements of several lesser-known players who dominate the all-time run charts. Paras Dogra leads the pack with a staggering 6840 runs at an average of 52.61, accumulated across 92 matches and 149 innings. His impressive tally includes 25 centuries and 18 half-centuries. Sheldon Jackson (6564 runs), Faiz Fazal (6398 runs), and Rajat Paliwal (6286 runs) complete the top four, showcasing the exceptional talent within the domestic circuit. Hanuma Vihari also features in the top 10, demonstrating the consistent performance of some domestic players compared to their star counterparts. These players, despite their exceptional domestic records, have not yet received the same level of recognition as their more celebrated counterparts in the Indian national team.
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