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Key Takeaways
- 1📊 Shreyas Iyer blasts 82 in Mumbai's 7-run thriller vs HP
- 2🏆 Rinku Singh, Siraj steal show in VHT round six
- 3💡 Top stars like SKY, Rahul shake off rust for NZ ODIs
- 4🔮 Shreyas eyes starring role in home series from Jan 11
"Suryakumar Yadav, KL Rahul and Washington Sundar were also in action in round six of the Vijay Hazare Trophy"
Shreyas Iyer marked his competitive return with a blazing 82 against Himachal Pradesh, powering Mumbai to a thrilling seven-run win in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26. Fresh from recovering from a spleen injury suffered Down Under, the middle-order maestro warmed up perfectly for India's home ODI series against New Zealand.
Fog and bad light delayed the start in Jaipur, but once Mumbai got batting, Shreyas unleashed his trademark flair in a shortened game. His knock set the tone in a star-studded lineup featuring Suryakumar Yadav, KL Rahul, and others shaking off rust ahead of national duties.
Star Turns Light Up Domestic Action
Rinku Singh and Mohammed Siraj dazzled with match-winning efforts, while KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant had modest outings. Washington Sundar also featured prominently in round six, as top India guns fine-tuned their form. Shreyas's aggressive 82 off limited balls underscored his readiness, blending power and precision in true Mumbai style.
These performances signal the depth in Indian cricket, with players like Shreyas eyeing bigger stages. Mumbai's narrow escape keeps their campaign alive, building momentum in the Elite Group.
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