Robin Uthappa, on Wednesday completed his 100th First-Class match. The final of the Duleep Trophy against Central Zone is Uthappa’s 100th match. In his previous 99 matches, Uthappa has scored 6,484 runs at an average of 40.52. Uthappa had made his First-Class debut in the 2002-03 season.

Uthappa has been a prolific run-scorer in domestic cricket. He was the pillar of Karnataka’s successful campaign in Ranji Trophy 2013-14. He was also instrumental in the Irani Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy wins.

Uthappa played for Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League this season and was once again played sparkling knocks to help the team bag KKR’s title. He is an aggressive batsman and has often opened the batting.

source: http://www.cricketcountry.com / Cricket Country / Home> News / by Cricket Country Staff / October 29th, 2014