The Ranji Trophy clash between Assam and Services at the Tinsukia District Sports Association Ground in Kachujan has etched its name in history as the shortest match ever in India's prestigious red-ball tournament. Lasting a mere 90 overs, Services triumphed over Assam by eight wickets, marking their second consecutive victory in the 2025/26 season, having previously defeated Tripura in Delhi by an innings and 20 runs just a week ago.

In their first innings, Assam struggled, bowled out for a mere 103 runs in 17.2 overs, thanks to remarkable performances from Arjun Sharma (5-46) and Mohit Jangra (3-5), both achieving hat-tricks — a first in first-class cricket where two bowlers accomplished this feat in the same innings. Nevertheless, the home side rallied back, with Riyan Parag leading th

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