Karnataka’s 22‑year‑old left‑hander Manvanth Kumar made his maiden first‑class century, scoring 135 off 214 balls, as the Ranji Trophy match at Alur, Bengaluru, finished in a draw on 22 October 2026.
The innings began with Kumar coming in at No. 9 when Karnataka were 187/7 after 50 overs. He finished the first day unbeaten on 86, adding an 87‑run partnership with Abhilash Shetty to bring the hosts to 281/8 in 86 overs.
On the second day Kumar’s knock grew to 135, reaching his hundred off 147 balls. Karnataka were all out for 342 in 111.3 overs, with Parth Bhut taking five wickets for 89 runs.
Saurashtra were dismissed for 349 in 108.3 overs on the third day, giving Karnataka a 92‑run lead after the hosts were 99/2 in their second innings.
Karnataka declared at 243/7 in 64.1 overs on the final day, setting Saurashtra a target of 237. The visitors were bowled out for 137/2, leaving the match a draw and earning Karnataka a single point.
Kumar also contributed with the ball, taking the first wicket of Saurashtra’s second innings and finishing with figures of 1/29, dismissing Harvik Desai.
The performance marks a significant step in Kumar’s career, following his List A debut against Puducherry where he claimed 3/52. Karnataka, last year’s Ranji finalists, now sit sixth in the Elite Group B after two matches.