Rajat Paliwal scores 21st first-class century, crucial for Services against Delhi
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Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Rajat Paliwal scored his 21st first-class century, making 111 not out off 196 balls for Services against Delhi in their Ranji Trophy match on November 2. Paliwal's innings came as he helped his side recover from a precarious 27 for 3, ultimately leading them to a total of 266 runs on day one. He requested the scoreboard not display his name during his innings, which allowed him to focus solely on the game. The knock was significant as it marked his highest score of the season and provided much-needed stability to Services.
- •Services were at 27 for 3 before Paliwal's innings.
- •Paliwal scored 111 not out and led Services to 266.
- •He requested not to see his name on the scoreboard.
- •This was Paliwal's highest score of the season.
- •The match is part of the Ranji Trophy Group C.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Rajat Paliwal's 21st first-class ton: A century without knowing he was nearing one
"Ravikant has operated the manual scoreboard at Palam's Air Force Complex Ground for 35 years, but one batter's name has been missing since cricket resumed after Covid. Services captain Rajat Paliwal prefers not to see his name while batting, a superstition he believes helps him concentrate. On Monday, he struck his 21st first-class century to rescue Services against Delhi.
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