NEW DELHI: India’s rising star Tilak Varma continued his rich vein of form in English domestic cricket, smashing his second century in just three matches for Hampshire in the County Championship. His superb 112-run knock against title-chasing Nottinghamshire at the Utilita Bowl on Day 3 proved vital in keeping Hampshire afloat.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Facing a mammoth first-innings total of 578, Hampshire needed something special — and Varma delivered. Walking in with his team under pressure, the 22-year-old left-hander showed remarkable composure and class as he stitched together key partnerships: 42 with Nick Gubbins, 58 with Ben Brown, and a crucial 126-run stand with Felix Organ, who remained unbeaten on 71 at stumps.
Thanks to Varma’s century and Organ’s resilience, Hampshire ended the day with just 61 runs needed to avoid the follow-on, giving them a fighting chance to secure a draw on the final day.A video clip of Varma’s innings, shared by County Championship’s official channels, has gone viral, showcasing his elegant drives, calm footwork, and fluent strokeplay — highlighting why he’s considered one of India’s brightest batting prospects.Watch:Varma’s form for Hampshire has been outstanding:
- 100 vs Essex (match 1)
- 56 & 47 vs Worcestershire
- 112 vs Nottinghamshire
He’s now averaging just under 79 in his stint with the club — remarkable consistency in challenging English conditions.Despite playing 4 ODIs and 25 T20Is for India, Varma is yet to break into the Test side. However, his dominant run in red-ball cricket for Hampshire could very well fast-track his entry into India’s Test plans.For now, Tilak Varma has not just enhanced his growing reputation — but has also become Hampshire’s batting mainstay in a crucial stretch of their County Championship campaign.
