Musheer Khan, 21, hits century and takes six as Mumbai enforce follow-on
By Aarav DeshpandeSports Correspondent, Peepals Yuva
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Musheer Khan, 21, scored 109 and took 6 for 85 against Haryana in the Ranji Trophy on October 28, 2026, as Mumbai enforced the follow-on.
What Happened
Mumbai's 21-year-old all-rounder Musheer Khan scored a century and then took six wickets in the same Ranji Trophy match against Haryana, putting Mumbai on course for an innings win in their Elite Group D fixture in Mumbai. After making 109 in Mumbai's first-innings 430, the left-arm spinner returned figures of 6 for 85 on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the third day, as Haryana were bowled out for 270 and asked to follow on. At stumps Haryana were 73 for 2 in their second innings, still 87 runs short of making Mumbai bat again.
Key Facts
- Player: Musheer Khan, 21, left-arm spinner and top-order batter for Mumbai.
- Match: Ranji Trophy 2026-27 Elite Group D, Mumbai vs Haryana, at the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) ground in Mumbai.
- Batting: 109 off 185 balls on the first day, in a partnership with Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who made 114.
- Bowling: 6 for 85 in Haryana's first innings, after taking 2 for 28 by the end of the second day.
- Scores at stumps on day three: Mumbai 430; Haryana 270 (Nishant Sindhu 105 not out) and 73 for 2, following on.
- Record: reports describe it as a rare double for Mumbai, with one calling him the first Mumbai player this century to score a first-class century and take five wickets in the same match.
Why It Matters
A hundred and a five-wicket haul in the same first-class match is one of the hardest all-round feats in cricket, because it requires a player to bat for hours and then bowl long spells on the same pitch. For a 21-year-old, doing it in the Ranji Trophy, India's main domestic first-class competition, marks him out as more than a batter who bowls a bit.
The match also had strong individual performances on the other side. Haryana's Nishant Sindhu made an unbeaten 105 in the first innings, holding one end while Musheer worked through the rest of the batting, and Samant Jakhar took 3 for 41 with the ball for Haryana. For Mumbai, Tanush Kotian added an unbeaten 52 lower down the order to lift the total to 430.
Domestic first-class cricket is where selectors look for future Test players, and a player who can bat in the top order and bowl left-arm spin gives a team two skills in one place in the side. Performances like this, against a full-strength domestic opponent, are the kind that get noticed when India A and senior squads are picked.
For young cricketers, the lesson is about building both skills. Musheer has spoken after the match about wanting to convert his hundred into a double century, according to reports, which shows the hunger selectors look for. Players who can contribute with bat and ball give captains more options and widen their own route into higher teams.
| Innings | Score | Musheer Khan |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbai 1st innings | 430 all out | 109 (185 balls) |
| Haryana 1st innings | 270 all out | 6 for 85 |
| Haryana 2nd innings (stumps, day 3) | 73 for 2 | Bowling continues on day 4 |
Impact
Short-term: Mumbai need eight more Haryana wickets on the final day to win by an innings and take maximum points from the match.
Long-term: Consistent all-round performances could put Musheer in contention for India A and, later, senior selection as a batting all-rounder.
Who is affected: Mumbai and Haryana in the Ranji Trophy standings, national and India A selectors, and young cricketers who see a clear example of how all-round skills open doors.
Key Takeaway
Musheer Khan, 21, scored 109 and took 6 for 85 against Haryana in the Ranji Trophy, a rare match double that left Mumbai needing eight wickets for an innings win on the final day.
Questions and Answers
What did Musheer Khan do in the Ranji Trophy match against Haryana?
Musheer Khan scored 109 in Mumbai's first innings of 430 and then took 6 for 85 as Haryana were bowled out for 270 on October 28, 2026, the third day of the match. Mumbai enforced the follow-on.
How old is Musheer Khan?
Musheer Khan is 21, according to reports of the match. He bats in the top order and bowls left-arm spin for Mumbai.
Why is a century and five wickets in the same match special?
It requires a player to bat for a long time and bowl long spells in the same game, which very few manage. Reports described Musheer's feat as rare for Mumbai, with one calling him the first Mumbai player this century to do it.
What was the match situation at the end of day three?
Haryana were 73 for 2 in their second innings, following on, and still 87 runs behind Mumbai's lead of 160.
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