Tilak Varma Scores Century For Hampshire On County Debut

Chelmsford [UK]: India's young batting sensation Tilak Varma was cock-a-hoop after marking his County Championship debut with a sizzling century for Hampshire against Essex in Chelmsford on Tuesday.

Tilak, who came out to bat at number four, stood out with his impeccable technique and returned unbeaten on 98 after stumps were called on the second day. In the opening minutes of day three, Tilak pushed the ball into the gap and scurried for a double to raise his bat to celebrate a hard-fought hundred.

However, Tilak's euphoria was cut short by South African off-spinner Simon Harmer, who punched the 22-year-old's return ticket on 100 from 241 deliveries laced with 11 fours and three towering maximums.

Apart from his rollicking century, Tilak forged a 133-run partnership for the fifth wicket with England's seasoned all-rounder Liam Dawson, who relished his 18th first-class century. (ANI)

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