In a spellbinding display of pace and precision, the Services cricket team etched their name into Ranji Trophy folklore with a bowling performance so rare, it had never been seen in the tournament’s 90-year history. Against Riyan Parag’s Assam, two bowlers—Arjun Sharma and Mohit Jangra—each claimed a hat-trick in the same innings, bundling out Assam for a paltry 103 runs .
Historic Double Hat-Trick in Ranji Trophy
This was no ordinary collapse. It was a coordinated demolition. Arjun Sharma struck first, cleaning up the tail with three wickets in three consecutive deliveries. Not to be outdone, Mohit Jangra followed suit shortly after, completing his own hat-trick in the same innings—a feat never before recorded in the annals of India’s premier domestic competition .
The sheer improbability of two hat-tricks in one innings—let alone by teammates—sent shockwaves through the cricketing community. Fans and analysts alike scrambled to verify the record, confirming that this was indeed a first in Ranji Trophy history.
Assam’s Batting Meltdown
Assam’s innings lasted just 36.1 overs. From a promising start, they unraveled in dramatic fashion, losing wickets in clusters as Sharma and Jangra exploited seam movement and bounce on a responsive pitch. The scoreboard told a brutal story: 103 all out, with six batsmen scoring in single digits.
Riyan Parag’s Lone Fightback
Not all was lost for Assam, however. Captain Riyan Parag showed his class with the ball, returning figures of 5 for 42 in Services’ reply. His five-wicket haul briefly shifted momentum and added a layer of intrigue to what had seemed like a one-sided contest .
Parag’s performance was a reminder of his all-round potential—especially as he continues to push for a more consistent role in India’s white-ball setup.
Ranji Trophy Bowling Records: Where This Stands
To put this achievement in perspective, here’s how the Services duo’s feat compares to other rare bowling milestones in domestic cricket:
| Milestone | Occurrence in Ranji Trophy |
|---|---|
| Single hat-trick in an innings | Over 50 instances since 1934 |
| Two hat-tricks in same innings (by same team) | First ever – Services vs Assam, 2025 |
| Team bowled out under 110 in a Ranji match | Rare, but not unprecedented |
Why This Matters for Domestic Cricket
Moments like these highlight the depth and drama of India’s domestic circuit. While the spotlight often shines on IPL stars and international fixtures, the Ranji Trophy continues to produce stories of grit, rarity, and raw talent—like Arjun Sharma and Mohit Jangra, who may now find themselves on national selectors’ radars.
For Services—a team representing the Indian Armed Forces—this victory is more than just points on the table. It’s a symbol of discipline, coordination, and excellence under pressure.