Suman Kumar's 10-wicket Masterclass In Cooch Behar Trophy Highlights Bihar Cricket's Rise, Says BCA Prez

Suman Kumar's 10-wicket masterclass in Cooch Behar Trophy highlights Bihar Cricket's rise, says BCA (Image Source: IANS)

Cooch Behar Trophy: Bihar Cricket Association president Rakesh Tiwari lavish praises on young bowler Suman Kumar, who took all 10 wickets in a Under-19 Cooch Behar Trophy match against Rajasthan here at Moin-ul-Haq Stadium in Patna on Saturday.

Suman Kumar from Samastipur district in Bihar has scripted history by taking all 10 wickets in an innings in the ongoing Under-19 Cooch Behar Trophy match against Rajasthan. The Bihar bowler also took a hattrick in the 36th over, thereby dismissing Mohit Bhagtani, Anas and Sachin Sharma in the same over. So far this season, Suman Kumar has clinched a total of 22 wickets.

The BCA president Rakesh Tiwari congratulated Suman Kumar and praised him for his dedication as a young cricketer. He also mentioned how Bihar cricket is growing and players from Bihar are now capable of making a mark at national stage.

"Suman Kumar’s historic achievement of taking all 10 wickets in an innings is a moment of immense pride for Bihar cricket. His dedication and talent are a testament to the growing cricketing ecosystem in Bihar, which is now producing remarkable players capable of making a mark on the national stage," said Mr. Rakesh Tiwari.

"On behalf of the Bihar Cricket Association, I congratulate Suman on his phenomenal performance and wish him continued success in his cricketing journey," he added.

Bihar batted first, posting a massive 467 runs, thanks to centuries by Dipesh Gupta (183 not out) and Prithvi Raj (128). Rajasthan, in response, was bundled out for 182 as Suman single-handedly dismantled their batting lineup.

On Day 2, Rajasthan ended their session at 70/1. Resuming on Day 3, Suman struck early, dismissing a key batter after just 12 runs were added to the overnight total. He then produced magic in the 36th over with his hat-trick, leaving Rajasthan struggling at 82/5.

Bihar batted first, posting a massive 467 runs, thanks to centuries by Dipesh Gupta (183 not out) and Prithvi Raj (128). Rajasthan, in response, was bundled out for 182 as Suman single-handedly dismantled their batting lineup.

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