Wed Dec 31 09:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Baroda Blasts Hyderabad with Century Trio in Vijay Hazare Trophy
Hyderabad, [Date – Assume current date but in 2025/2026] – Baroda’s batting lineup exploded in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 match against Hyderabad, posting a mammoth 417/4 in their 50 overs. Hyderabad’s decision to bowl first backfired spectacularly as three Baroda batsmen smashed centuries.
Openers Nitya Pandya (122 off 110 balls) and Amit Paasi (127 off 93 balls, including 12 fours and 7 sixes) laid a solid foundation. However, the star of the show was captain Krunal Pandya, who blazed his way to an unbeaten 109 off just 63 deliveries. His aggressive innings featured a staggering 18 fours and a six. Bhanu Pania provided a late flourish with an unbeaten 42 off 27 balls.
Chama V Milind was the only Hyderabad bowler to find success, picking up 2 wickets. The rest of the bowling attack struggled to contain the rampant Baroda batsmen.
Pandya’s form has been a major talking point in the tournament. After a slow start with just 2 runs in the opening match, he scored 57 and took 3 wickets against Bengal, followed by 82 against Uttar Pradesh. His consistent performance will be pleasing to his IPL franchise, Royal Challengers Bangalore, where he is expected to play a key role in the upcoming 2026 season.
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This commanding performance puts Baroda in a strong position as they look to secure a vital win in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Hyderabad now faces a daunting task to chase down the massive total.
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