MUMBAI, March 1: Eyeing a new world record for batting the longest, Mumbai teen Siddarth Mohite stayed at the crease for a whopping 72 hours and five minutes during a marathon net session and is now waiting for the Guinness Book of World Record to recognise the feat.
The 19-year-old Mohite passed compatriot Virag Mane’s 50-hour record, created in 2015, before batting for 72 hours and five minutes over the weekend.
“I am very happy that I completed what I was trying. This was one way I wanted to show people that I have something extra in me,” Mohite said in a media release.
Mohite was supported in his endeavour by his mentor Jwala Singh, who has also coached young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal.
“Everyone said no to me. Then I contacted Jwala Sir and he said why not? He supported me all the way and provided whatever was required,” added Mohite.
A group of bowlers stayed with Mohite to support him throughout his session. As per the rule, a batter can take a break for five minutes in one hour. Mohite’s recording and required papers will now be sent to the Guinness World Record books, Singh said in statement. (PTI)
