Rajasthan Royals Recruit Aman Rao Joins Tendulkar, Rohit in Elite List with Vijay Hazare Double Century
Rajasthan Royals' newest recruit, Aman Rao, delivered a spectacular performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26, smashing an unbeaten double century for Hyderabad against Bengal. The 21-year-old opener, who was recently picked up by the Royals in the IPL auction, showcased immense power and composure in only his third List A appearance.
Rao's innings was a tale of rapid acceleration, moving from his maiden century off 108 balls to his double century in just 46 deliveries. His final score of 200* came off 156 balls and included 12 fours and a staggering 13 sixes. This destructive knock was particularly impressive as he navigated the experienced Bengal pace attack, which featured IPL stars Mohammed Shami, Mukesh Kumar, and Akash Deep.
This historic feat places Rao in an elite group, making him only the 15th Indian player ever to hit a double century in List-A cricket, joining legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma, and Shubman Gill. Having already demonstrated brilliant form in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Rao's monumental innings confirms his potential as a future star for the Rajasthan Royals.
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“What followed was pure destruction, as he scored the next 100 runs in just 46 balls. Rao’s unbeaten double century came off 156 deliveries and included 12 fours and a staggering 13 sixes.”
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“What followed was pure destruction, as he scored the next 100 runs in just 46 balls. Rao’s unbeaten double century came off 156 deliveries and included 12 fours and a staggering 13 sixes.”
Unnamed analysis from source