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Tilak Varma's Near Century in Duleep Trophy Final

Sep 9, 2026
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Sep 9, 2026 17:30
Tilak Varma falls for 99 in Duleep Trophy final heartbreak

## Heartbreak for Tilak Varma

In a dramatic turn of events during the Duleep Trophy final in Chennai, South Zone captain Tilak Varma fell just short of a century, being dismissed for 99. His innings, which lasted 211 balls and included nine boundaries, ended when he was caught by bowler Kounain Quraishi.

## Missed Milestone

Tilak's dismissal was particularly disappointing as he was on the verge of consecutive centuries, having scored an unbeaten 116 in his previous match. This would have marked his third century in the Duleep Trophy since his debut in 2023.

## East Zone's Dominance

East Zone had earlier set a formidable total of 708, with captain Ishan Kishan contributing a remarkable 270. In response, South Zone managed 336, leaving them trailing by 372 runs. By the end of Day 4, East Zone had extended their lead to 584 runs, putting them in a commanding position.

## A Test of Resilience

Despite the setback, Tilak's performance showcased his ability to adapt his batting style, moving beyond the aggressive approach typical of T20 cricket. However, South Zone faces a challenging task on the final day as East Zone maintains a strong grip on the match.

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