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‘I want to answer everyone through cricket’ - Abishek Porel opens up after Bengal ton

Bengal’s Abishek Porel made a triumphant return to first-class cricket with a gritty 114 off 137 balls during Day 2 of his team’s Elite Group C match, marking his first century of the 2026-27 season and second in first-class cricket. The 23-year-old, who had missed the Duleep Trophy and Irani Cup after a three-month absence from competitive play, batted at number five and anchored a 199-run partnership with Sudip Kumar Gharami, who also reached a century.

Porel’s innings carried personal significance, as he had managed just one first-class hundred in the previous two years—a fact that weighed on him as he rebuilt his form. His emotional celebration, including a moment of kneeling before raising his bat toward the stands, reflected the weight of his comeback after a period marked by injuries, personal challenges, and inconsistent performances in the Ranji Trophy.

Gharami’s steady support and encouragement played a key role in Porel’s resurgence, with the opener reassuring him to stay patient and trust his technique throughout the innings.

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