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Priyanshu Moliya 321 Runs: Baroda's 21-year-old batter Priyanshu Moliya has created history in the Ranji Trophy 2026-27. He smashed an unbeaten 321-run innings against Jammu and Kashmir, setting a new record for the highest individual score by a Baroda batter in first-class cricket. With this remarkable knock, Moliya surpassed a long-standing record held by former Baroda cricketer Gul Mohammad.
Priyanshu Moliya Smashes Unbeaten 321 Against Jammu and Kashmir
Priyanshu Moliya delivered a memorable batting performance on the second day of the Ranji Trophy match between Baroda and Jammu and Kashmir. Playing at the Reliance Cricket Stadium in Vadodara, the young batter dominated the opposition bowling attack with an unbeaten 321-run innings.
Moliya faced 492 balls and struck 36 fours and one six during his marathon knock. His impressive batting helped Baroda reach a massive first-innings total of 616 runs.
At just 21 years of age, scoring a triple century in India's premier domestic red-ball tournament is a major achievement. His innings has also placed him among the most talked-about young performers in domestic cricket.
Baroda Record Broken: Priyanshu Moliya Surpasses Gul Mohammad's 319
The biggest highlight of Moliya's innings was breaking Baroda's long-standing first-class batting record. Before this match, Gul Mohammad held the record for the highest individual score for Baroda with 319 runs.
However, Moliya went past that mark by scoring an unbeaten 321 runs against Jammu and Kashmir. He is now at the top of Baroda's all-time list of highest individual first-class scores.
Top 5 Highest Individual Scores for Baroda in First-Class Cricket
Here is the list of the five highest individual scores by Baroda batters in first-class cricket:
| Rank | Player | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Priyanshu Moliya | 321* |
| 2 | Gul Mohammad | 319 |
| 3 | Deepak Hooda | 293 |
| 4 | Vijay Hazare | 288 |
| 5 | Jacob Martin | 271 |
Moliya's achievement is particularly special because he has surpassed the records of several legendary and experienced Baroda batters.
Baroda Reach 616 Runs as Jammu and Kashmir Begin Their Innings
Baroda's first innings ended at a huge total of 616 runs, with Priyanshu Moliya playing the leading role. His unbeaten triple century provided the foundation for the team's big score.
Jammu and Kashmir started their first innings after Baroda completed their batting. At the end of the second day's play, Jammu and Kashmir had scored 6 runs without losing a wicket.
The match is being played at the Reliance Cricket Stadium in Vadodara, and Jammu and Kashmir will now look to build a strong response against Baroda's bowling attack.
Who Is Priyanshu Moliya? Meet Baroda's 21-Year-Old Triple-Centurion
Priyanshu Moliya's 321-run innings is an important milestone in his domestic cricket career. At only 21, he has created a record that places his name alongside some of Baroda's biggest cricketing legends.
His ability to bat for long periods, face nearly 500 deliveries and convert a big innings into a triple century highlights his potential as a promising Indian domestic cricketer.
With this historic performance in the Ranji Trophy 2026-27, Moliya has given cricket fans another young talent to watch closely.
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