K. Himateja ends century drought with Hyderabad against Andhra in Ranji Trophy
· Sports · Sportstar, NDTV Sports
K. Himateja, 25, scored a patient century for Hyderabad against Andhra at the ACA Stadium in Mulapadu on October 20, 2026, leaving the visitors in a commanding position in their Ranji Trophy clash. The knock, his first significant score after struggles in the nineties, came with support from a 99-run partnership with Ruthik Yadav that laid the foundation for Hyderabad's second consecutive win. Himateja credited mental guidance from Tillakaratne Dilshan, Wasim Jaffer, and coach Anirudh Singh for helping him vanquish self-doubt after a poorly prepared season. Despite facing pressure from the opposition bowling away from the stumps, Himateja kept his composure to reach three figures and guide his team to a decisive position.
Why it matters
Himateja's century provides Hyderabad a crucial lead in their Ranji Trophy campaign, strengthening their position in the domestic championship and affirming the value of mentorship in overcoming personal performance slumps.
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