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India’s rising star Tilak Varma has etched his name in the record books by becoming the first player in cricket history (male or female) to hit centuries in three successive T20 innings. The 22-year-old achieved this remarkable feat during Hyderabad’s Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024-25 opener against Meghalaya in Rajkot, where he smashed an explosive 151 off 67 balls.
Tilak Varma’s Record-Breaking Streak
- First Century: 107* vs. Titans (Centurion, South Africa)
- Second Century: 120* vs. Giants (Johannesburg, South Africa)
- Third Century: 151 vs. Meghalaya (Rajkot, India)
With his latest century, Tilak also became the first Indian male cricketer to score 150+ runs in a T20 match. Among Indians, only Kiran Navgire has a higher score (162*) in T20 cricket, achieved during the Senior Women’s T20 Trophy in 2022.
A Dominant Knock in Rajkot
Batting at No. 3, Tilak walked out in the very first over and unleashed a carnage, finishing with a strike rate of 225.37. His innings included:
- 14 fours
- 10 sixes
- A breathtaking 50 off just 18 balls against medium pacer Dippu Sangma, with six fours and three sixes in that phase.
Tilak’s power-packed knock helped Hyderabad post their highest-ever total in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy—248 for 4, which is also the fifth-highest score in the tournament’s history.
The Future of Indian Cricket
Tilak Varma’s consistency and flair have been key reasons for his meteoric rise. His performances in South Africa and now in domestic cricket make him one of India’s most promising young talents.
Tilak has been a crucial player for the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the IPL, with the franchise retaining him for the 2025 season. His aggressive batting, coupled with his ability to anchor an innings, makes him a strong contender for an extended run in India’s T20I setup.
