A Record-Breaking Day for Aman Khan in List A Cricket
In a significant turn of events during the Jharkhand vs Puducherry encounter in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Puducherry's bowler Aman Khan found himself in the history books for a less-than-desirable reason.
Aman Khan's Unwanted Record
Khan conceded an astonishing 123 runs in his allotted overs, breaking the previous record of 116 runs set by Mibom Mosu of Arunachal Pradesh in 2025. This made him the first bowler in List A cricket to end a spell with an economy rate above 12 runs per over.
Most Runs Conceded in a Single Spell in List A Cricket
- Aman Khan: 123 runs for Puducherry against Jharkhand (2025)
- Mibom Mosu: 116 runs for Arunachal Pradesh against Bihar (2025)
- Bass de Leede: 115 runs for Netherlands against Australia (2023)
- Patrick Brown: 114 runs for Derbyshire against Surrey (2025)
- Chetan Anand: 114 runs for Arunachal Pradesh against Tamil Nadu (2022)
Jharkhand's Commanding Performance
The Jharkhand team, missing regular captain Ishan Kishan, responded with a dominant batting display. Acting skipper Kumar Kushagra led the charge with a well-crafted 105, while Anukul Roy provided the fireworks with a rapid 98. Utkarsh Singh added further impetus with a valuable 74.
Puducherry, in response, were dismissed for 235, with Rajandeep Singh picking up three wickets. Jharkhand emerged victorious by a substantial margin of 133 runs.
Implications for North East and Indian Cricket
This event serves as a reminder of the high standards expected in List A cricket, a format that holds significant importance in the Indian domestic circuit. For Aman Khan, it presents an opportunity to learn from the experience and bounce back stronger.
For the North East region, the performance of Jharkhand and individuals like Aman Khan is a testament to the talent and potential that exists within the region. As Indian cricket continues to grow, it is essential that opportunities are provided for these promising players to showcase their skills at the national level.
Looking Ahead
Aman Khan, now part of the Chennai Super Kings squad, will have an opportunity to make amends in the upcoming IPL 2026. For cricket fans in North East India and beyond, it will be interesting to witness his progress and potential comeback.