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199 in 221: IPL star becomes first Indian in a decade to fall agonisingly short of first-class double ton

Priyansh Arya produced a remarkable display for Delhi, finishing just a single run shy of a double century. The Punjab Kings batter faced 221 deliveries and struck 24 boundaries along with six maximums before Manan Hingrajia claimed his wicket.

This performance marks the first instance of an Indian player reaching 199 in first-class cricket since KL Rahul achieved the feat in 2016. Arya shared a significant 234-run partnership with Ayush Badoni, who ended the day unbeaten on 115, as the team closed at 381-4.

The 25-year-old has maintained an impressive form, having scored 330 runs at an average of 82.50 across his limited Ranji Trophy appearances.

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