Urvil Patel Scores Maiden First-Class Double Century in 2026-27 Ranji Trophy Match Against Kerala

Urvil Patel, the wicketkeeper-batter for Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat, scored his first first-class double century against Kerala in the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. He remained unbeaten on 210 runs off 227 balls with 17 fours and 6 sixes. Gujarat posted 534/8 before tea on the second day, supported by Aarya Desai's 95 and Vishal Jayswal's 77. Patel reached his century rapidly in 91 balls and converted it into a double century in 214 balls. His impressive season includes 217 runs in earlier matches at a strike rate of 115.43. CSK is expected to retain Patel ahead of the 2027 IPL mini-auction following his breakout IPL season with 197 runs in 10 matches at a 205.21 strike rate.