Chinmay Sutar produced a landmark innings on Monday, finishing an unbeaten 400 to become only the second Indian batter to reach a quadruple century in first-class cricket as Mizoram declared on 581 for 9 against Nagaland in the Ranji Trophy Plate Group at Sovima, Nagaland.
Historic innings and the match context
Sutar's marathon knock occupied 517 balls, and included 46 fours and seven sixes. He added a remarkable final-wicket stand of 189 with Lalrempuia Chhakchhuak, of which Sutar contributed 169, before Mizoram opted to declare. The feat places him alongside Bhausahab Babasaheb Nimbalkar — whose unbeaten 443 for Maharashtra in 1948 remains the only other Indian first-class quadruple century on record.
The innings was not only a personal milestone but a match-defining rescue: Mizoram were in peril earlier in the innings, and Sutar's long vigil converted a precarious situation into a commanding total that allowed the side to take control of the contest.
Numbers that matter
| Item | Figure |
|---|---|
| Sutar's score | 400* |
| Balls faced | 517 |
| Fours | 46 |
| Sixes | 7 |
| Tenth-wicket partnership | 189 with Lalrempuia Chhakchhuak |
| Team total at declaration | 581 for 9 |
Emotional finish: first call to his father
Beyond the numbers, Sutar's immediate reaction after the day's play was personal. He made a priority call to his father, Rajesh, who himself played seven first-class matches for Mumbai and had supported his son through earlier setbacks and missed opportunities.
"The first person I called after the day's play was my father. It was a big milestone, and I wanted to share it first with my dad," Sutar said to PTI from Sovima. "He has been a big supporter of mine from early years."
The emotional element underscores a journey that has included limited opportunities; reaching the quadruple-century mark at age 29 is both a sporting landmark and a moment of vindication for Sutar, who moved beyond earlier frustrations to make the most of his chances for Mizoram.
How the innings unfolded
Sutar's knock was a blend of patience, timing and occasional aggression. He negotiated the new-ball periods and accelerated when the bowlers tired, rotating the strike and punishing loose deliveries. The late, match-turning tenth-wicket stand with Chhakchhuak ensured the scoreboard pressure shifted fully onto Nagaland.
- Match location: Sovima, Nagaland.
- Opposition: Nagaland, Ranji Trophy Plate Group.
- Significance: Only the second quadruple century by an Indian in first-class cricket.
Historical perspective
Bhausahab Babasaheb Nimbalkar's unbeaten 443 in 1948 stood as the lone quadruple century in Indian first-class history for decades. Sutar's 400* now becomes the latest entry in that exclusive list, highlighting how rare such innings are in the domestic game.
For Mizoram cricket, the knock provides a high-profile moment and a concrete example of how players from the smaller Ranji teams can produce performances of national significance. It may also raise expectations for the side's competitiveness in the Plate Group fixtures to follow.
Next steps and implications
With Mizoram declaring at 581 for 9, the team will look to press for a positive result in the match. Sutar's innings not only influences the immediate contest but also enhances his personal record within the domestic circuit. Selectors and observers are likely to take note of the innings when assessing performances across the season.
As the Ranji Trophy progresses, performances like Sutar's serve as reminders of the depth of talent across India's domestic structure and the opportunities the competition provides for players to stake claims for higher honours.
