Kerala’s Samson & Kunnumal Set New SMAT Opening Record

In a day of astonishing batting feats at the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Kerala’s opening pair, Sanju Samson and Rohan Kunnumal, have set a new all-time record for the highest opening partnership. They remained unbeaten with a staggering 177 runs against Odisha, demolishing the previous record. This incredible achievement came on the same day that Gujarat’s Urvil Patel and Aarya Desai had set a new record of 174 runs for the opening wicket. Rohan Kunnumal was the star of the show, smashing an unbeaten 121 from just 60 balls, including 10 fours and 10 sixes. Sanju Samson played a crucial supporting role, scoring a well-compiled 51 not out from 41 deliveries. Their unbeaten stand guided Kerala to a comprehensive 10-wicket victory, successfully chasing down the target with ease in 16.3 overs. This historic partnership marks a significant milestone in SMAT history.