Twitter Reactions: Abhijeet Tomar smashes counter-attacking century against Tamil Nadu in Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25.
The stage was set for an exciting clash as Rajasthan faced Tamil Nadu in the 2nd preliminary quarterfinal match Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25. Winning the toss, Tamil Nadu opted to bowl first, hoping to take advantage of the early conditions and restrict Rajasthan to a modest total. However, they faced stiff resistance, especially from Rajasthan’s batsmen Abhijeet Tomarwhose brilliant century laid the foundation for competitive innings.
Abhijeet Tomar’s resilient knock against Tamil Nadu
Tomar emerged as the star of Rajasthan’s innings, scoring an impressive 111 runs off 125 balls. His innings was characterized by a mixture of aggression and calculated shot selection, which kept the scoreboard moving at a healthy pace. Tomar’s typing on 12 borders and a six, showing his ability to find gaps and rotate the shot effectively. His innings was crucial in setting a solid platform for Rajasthan, especially after losing an early wicket.
Tomar’s partnership with Mahipal Lomrorwho contributed 60 runs off 49 balls, proved crucial. Together they built a resilient partnership that not only stabilized the innings but also propelled Rajasthan towards a formidable total. Their partnership was marked by strategic running between the wickets and timely boundaries, which frustrated the Tamil Nadu bowlers.
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A successful outing by the Rajasthan batsmen in the middle overs against Tamil Nadu
Rajasthan’s innings got off to a rough start as they lost the opener, Sachin Yadavfor just 4 rides. This early setback put pressure on the batting side, but Tomar quickly took control, showing his class and composure. His aggressive yet calculated approach helped stabilize the innings, allowing him to build partnerships that would prove crucial.
Tomar found an ideal ally in Lomror and together they formed a great partnership. Tomar’s ability to find gaps and rotate the shot kept the scoreboard moving, while Lomror complemented it with his attacking play. The duo’s partnership flourished, crossing a total of 180 runs before Lomror was dismissed for 60.
Despite the loss Deepak Hooda not long after, Tomar continued to anchor the innings with his resilient batting. He reached his century with a string of boundaries, bringing excitement to the Rajasthan camp. However, in the end he fell to Varun Chakraborty after scoring 111 runs off 125 balls.
In later stages of modification, Kartik Sharma he contributed a steady 35 runs, while all other batsmen failed towards the end. Rajasthan ended their innings on 267 runs amassing in 47.3 overs. This competitive total set a challenging target for Tamil Nadu as they prepared to chase for victory.
Here’s how Twitter responded:
All 267 from Rajasthan 🎯
1⃣1⃣1⃣ to Abhijeet Tomar
6⃣0⃣ for Mahipal LomroraVarun Chakaravarthy pick of Tamil Nadu bowlers with 5⃣/5⃣2⃣
Can Tamil Nadu chase him down? #VijayHazareTrophy | @IDFCFIRSTBank
Table of results ▶️ https://t.co/pSVoNE63b2 pic.twitter.com/QUL3OMfrX5
— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) January 9, 2025
Abhijeet Tomar played a brilliant innings of 110 runs off 120 balls against TN in the Vijay Hazare Trophy pic.twitter.com/a8IOALQdWp
— cricwa🏏 (@AnsariAjaz83776) January 9, 2025
Abhijeet tomar brilliant Hundress vs Tamilnadu in Vijay hajare trophy pre quarter final.#India #domestic #vijayhazar #abhijeettomar #BCCI pic.twitter.com/ZxwTpmX1H9
— ALLROUNDER (@TheAllr0under) January 9, 2025
Abhijeet Tomar smashed a Well build Hundred in the pre-quarterfinals
– Scores 100 points in 107 balls (11×4, 4×6)
– Rajastan 168/1 #RAJvTN #VijayHazareTrophy pic.twitter.com/74POKpSf4V— Rohit Baliyan (@rohit_balyan) January 9, 2025
Brilliant additions by Abhijeet Tomar in Vijay Hazare Trophy 💯#cricket #VijayHazareTrophy pic.twitter.com/ZYncNNfaDe
— Aman (@Amanriz78249871) January 9, 2025
Nice century for Abhijeet Tomar. he took his time when the pacers were bowling well. but then he stepped on the pedal. 100 discount on 107b. Tushar raheja must be fuming as he dropped the sitter when he was at 0. Rajasthan 169/1 in the 30th over.
— With Dipak Ragav (@dipakragav) January 9, 2025
Abhijeet Tomar!!! what a good typing… pic.twitter.com/ziO63k8uDy
— Akash Thapa (@AkashThapa2505) January 9, 2025
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