WATCH: Andhra Pradesh opener Vamshhi Krrishna joins elite list of Indians to smash 6 sixes in an over

Andhra Pradesh's wicketkeeper-batsman Vamshhi Krrishna's scintillating century became the focal point of the drawn Col. C. K. Nayudu Trophy encounter against the Railways at Y.S. Raja Reddy Stadium in Kadapa. Krrishna, hailing from Guntur, etched his name in history by scoring the fastest century in the CK Nayudu Trophy, reaching the milestone in a mere 48 balls.

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The highlight of his innings was the extraordinary feat of hitting six consecutive sixes in one over off leg-spinner Damandeep Singh. Executing an array of powerful shots, Krrishna's assault on Singh's bowling was a display of pure dominance. From slog-sweeping deliveries outside the off-stump to launching the ball over the bowler's head and mid-wicket, Krrishna exhibited exceptional skill and shot selection.

The leg-stump delivery was dispatched with the same result, and the following two balls saw him hitting over deep square leg, first with a conventional shot and then with a remarkable knee-down stroke. The over concluded with a back-foot pull over mid-wicket, marking a historic moment in cricket as Krrishna achieved six sixes in a single over.

Vamshhi Krrishna joins Ruturaj Gaikwad on the domestic list!

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His remarkable knock contributed significantly to Andhra's total score of 378 in the first inning. However, the match ultimately ended in a draw, as Railways responded with an imposing total of 865/9, featuring notable centuries from Ansh Yadav, Ravi Singh, and Anchit Yadav. The drawn result prompted both teams to agree on a declaration just before tea break.

Railways' massive score set a new record for the highest total in the CK Nayudu Trophy, surpassing the previous record set by Punjab against Delhi in 2017-18. The encounter added another chapter to cricket's history, reminiscent of iconic moments.

Krrishna joined Ravi Shastri's six sixes in 1985, Yuvraj Singh's feat in the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007, and Ruturaj Gaikwad's seven sixes in a Vijay Hazare quarter-final clash in 2022. Krrishna's innings, marked by records and entertainment, stand as a testament to the unpredictable and thrilling nature of the sport.