Aman Rao blasts double century in only his third 50-over outing
Young Hyderabad batter Aman Rao wrote himself into the history books with a breathtaking 200 not out off 154 deliveries (12×4, 13×6). The innings came in just his third senior 50-over appearance and smashed a long-standing mark held by former India captain Mohammed Azharuddin.
The innings in numbers
Rao’s 200* was a brutal, high-tempo display. He struck at roughly 129.87, hitting 12 fours and 13 sixes. Boundary hitting accounted for 126 runs (48 from fours, 78 from sixes), while the remaining 74 runs came through rotation of strike and running between the wickets.
- Score: 200 not out
- Balls faced: 154
- Fours: 12
- Sixes: 13
- Strike rate: ~129.87
- Appearance: Third senior 50-over game
Azharuddin’s record toppled
Rao’s double-century annihilated the previous highest List-A score by a Hyderabad batter—Mohammed Azharuddin’s 161 not out, scored against Goa in the 1994/95 season. That long-standing record had stood for more than two decades and belonged to one of India’s most celebrated cricketers, which makes Rao’s achievement all the more impressive.
Why this performance matters
A 200 in a 50-over match is a rare feat at any level of the game. For a player to reach that milestone so early in his senior one-day career is a statement: Rao has not only raw power but the temperament and fitness to convert starts into an innings of lasting significance. Such an innings will demand attention from state selectors and could accelerate his rise through the domestic ranks.
What to expect next
Consistency will be the key for Rao now. A double-century grabs headlines, but following it up with regular contributions across formats will define whether this is the start of a standout career or an outstanding one-off. For Hyderabad cricket fans, though, this is a moment to celebrate — a new name is on the record books, and a fresh wave of excitement surrounds the batting line-up.
Quick takeaway
Aman Rao’s 200 not out in just his third senior List-A appearance is a headline-making performance that dethroned a record held by Mohammed Azharuddin since 1994/95. It’s a rare achievement, underlines his potential, and positions him as one to watch in Indian domestic cricket.