Karnataka accomplished the second-highest run chase in the history of List-A cricket, successfully chasing down an almost impossible target of 413 runs with fifteen balls remaining against Jharkhand in the Vijay Hazare Trophy at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday.
This remarkable achievement now ranks as the second-highest successful chase in List-A history, following South Africa’s record-setting chase of 435 runs against Australia in Johannesburg in 2006.
Historic Performance by Padikkal
Karnataka’s chase was led by Devdutt Padikkal, who scored a stunning 147 runs off 118 balls, including 10 fours and seven sixes. He controlled the innings with exceptional stroke play, even as the required run rate hovered above 8 runs per over for much of the match.
Ishan Kishan’s Explosive Century
Earlier, Jharkhand captain Ishan Kishan made headlines with a century in just 33 balls—the second fastest in Indian List-A history—propelling his team past the 400-run mark and making the run chase appear almost insurmountable.
Aggressive Batting Order
Karnataka’s batting lineup responded with equal intent and aggression. Mayank Agarwal set the tone by scoring a fluent 54 runs, while Abhinav Manohar, known for his powerful hitting, contributed a quick-fire 56 during the middle overs. Their performances helped maintain a steady run rate throughout the innings.
Debutant’s Impressive Finish
Dhruv Prabhakar capped off the innings impressively on his List-A debut with an unbeaten 40 runs, displaying maturity and composure despite his youth. His ability to find gaps and rotate the strike effectively aided Karnataka in completing the chase convincingly.
With this successful chase, Karnataka etches its name in List-A record books, now standing just behind South Africa’s 435 runs against Australia. Their feat surpasses several renowned teams, including Queensland, Karachi, and Middlesex.