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Jharkhand’s Ishan Kishan Dominates Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025, Tops Run-Scoring Charts
Ranchi, India – Jharkhand captain and opening batsman Ishan Kishan has emerged as the leading run-scorer in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025, showcasing a phenomenal performance throughout the season. Kishan amassed an impressive 517 runs in 10 matches, including two centuries and two half-centuries. His stellar performance propelled Jharkhand to success in the tournament and cemented his position as a formidable force in domestic cricket.
Kishan’s two centuries put him on par with Ayush Mahatre for the most centuries scored in the season. A crucial century in the final against Haryana saw him surpass Ankit Kumar in the run-scoring charts. While Kumar had an opportunity to reclaim the top spot, he was dismissed for a duck in the final innings, securing Kishan’s victory.
Ankit Kumar finished as the second-highest run-scorer with 448 runs from 11 matches, including five half-centuries. Jharkhand dominated the top-scorer list, with Kumar Kushagra securing the third position with 422 runs in 10 matches, highlighted by four half-centuries.
Veteran Mumbai batsman Ajinkya Rahane claimed the fourth spot with 395 runs in 10 matches, including three centuries. Rounding out the top five was Jharkhand’s Virat Singh, who scored 382 runs in 11 matches, featuring four half-centuries.
Top 5 Run-Scorers in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025:
- Ishan Kishan (Jharkhand): 517 runs
- Ankit Kumar (Haryana): 448 runs
- Kumar Kushagra (Jharkhand): 422 runs
- Ajinkya Rahane (Mumbai): 395 runs
- Virat Singh (Jharkhand): 382 runs
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