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New Delhi: A brilliant partnership between young Mumbai opener Musheer Khan and experienced Siddhesh Lad rescued the team on the first day of their Ranji Trophy match. Playing against Himachal Pradesh the two batsmen steered Mumbai to a strong position after a difficult start. Mumbai ended the day at 289/5. Mumbai Overcomes Difficult Situation After Sarfaraz Khan (16) who is vying for a place in the Indian team was dismissed early Mumbai was struggling at 73/4. The pressure was mounting on the team. It was at this crucial juncture that Musheer Khan and Siddhesh Lad forged a vital 157-run partnership for the fifth wicket providing stability to Mumbais innings. Musheer and Lads Superb Partnership Musheer Khan scored 112 runs off 162 balls including 14 fours. Siddhesh Lad played a composed unbeaten innings of 100 runs off 207 balls hitting 12 fours and 1 six. This partnership between the two batsmen put Mumbai in a strong position in the match. Musheers Tears After Scoring a Century This match was an emotional one for Musheer Khan. He received the news of his uncles death just before heading out to the field in the morning. After completing his century when he raised his bat tears welled up in his eyes. He said This century has come after a long time. I was very emotional after my uncles passing; I have many memories associated with him. This was his fourth first-class century. Musheers Special Connection with the MCA Ground Musheer Khan has a deep connection with the MCA Ground. He made his first-class debut for Mumbai against Saurashtra at this very ground in December 2022. In the 2024-25 Ranji season he performed brilliantly – scoring 203 and 55 runs in the quarter-final against Baroda and contributing 55 runs and taking 2 wickets in the semi-final against Tamil Nadu playing a crucial role in taking the team to the final. Story Highlights Musheer Khan played an emotional century knock of 112 runs against Himachal Pradesh. Siddhesh Lad anchored Mumbais innings with an unbeaten 100 runs. Musheer broke down in tears after his century remembering his uncle. At the MCA Ground Musheer once again proved that he is the future of Mumbai cricket.