Tamil Nadu Dominates Delhi in Elite Group Match
In an action-packed day of cricket, Tamil Nadu continued their dominance over Delhi in the Elite Group match as they piled on the runs at a rapid pace. The highlight of the day was Washington Sundar’s brilliant innings of 152 runs, which helped Tamil Nadu reach a commanding total of 674 for 6 before declaring. The visitors were in prime form with other notable contributions from Sai Sudharasan, who scored 200 on Day 1, and Pradosh Ranjan Paul, who also notched up a century with 117 runs.
Delhi Struggles Against Tamil Nadu Bowling Attack
Delhi, in response, had a tough time facing the Tamil Nadu bowling attack and could only manage to score 43 runs for the loss of no wickets at Stumps. The home team will need a stellar performance in their second innings to try and match Tamil Nadu’s mammoth total.
Rain Hampers Play in Karnataka vs Kerala Match
The match between Karnataka and Kerala was marred by rain as only 27 overs of play were possible on Day 2. Rohan Kunnamal’s half-century helped Kerala reach 161 for 3 before play was interrupted. Both teams will be hoping for better weather conditions in the coming days to resume the match.
Chhattisgarh Captain Shines Against Saurashtra
In Rajkot, Chhattisgarh’s skipper Amandeep Khare stole the show with an impressive double-century, scoring an unbeaten 203 runs. Supported by Eknath Kerkar and Shubham Agarwal, Chhattisgarh posted a formidable total of 578 for 7 by the end of Day 2’s play. Saurashtra will have a tough task ahead of them to match Chhattisgarh’s strong batting display.
Himachal Pradesh Struggles Against Rajasthan’s Bowling
Rajasthan showcased their dominance against Himachal Pradesh by bowling out the hosts for a mere 98 runs, enforcing the follow-on. Deepak Chahar’s brilliant bowling performance, picking up 5 wickets for 30 runs, put Himachal Pradesh on the back foot. In their second innings, Himachal Pradesh showed some resilience, ending the day at 147 for 2, still trailing by 89 runs.
Jharkhand and Railways Battle It Out
In a closely contested match between Jharkhand and Railways, Himanshu Sangwan’s five-wicket haul helped dismiss Jharkhand for 417 runs. Nazim Siddiquie and the middle-order batsmen, Virat Singh and Ishan Kishan, played crucial innings to save Jharkhand from a collapse. Railways will look to make a strong comeback in their batting innings after ending the day at 19 for 1.
Baroda Dominates Services in Delhi
Baroda put up an impressive total of 477 for 6 against Services, thanks to Shivalik Sharma’s 178 and Vishnu Solanki’s 125. Skipper Krunal Pandya and Atit Sheth also made significant contributions to Baroda’s innings. Services will have a challenging task ahead of them as they aim to chase down the imposing total set by Baroda.
Mumbai Takes Commanding Lead Against Maharashtra
After bowling out Maharashtra for a low total of 126, Mumbai took a commanding lead with Ayush Mhatre scoring a brilliant 176 and Shreyas Iyer contributing 142 runs. Mumbai declared at 441 with a significant first-innings lead of 315. Maharashtra, in their second innings, showed some fight with skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and Sachin Dhas forming a solid partnership, ending the day at 142 for 1.
Sikkim Struggles Against Goa in Plate Group Match
In the Plate Group match between Sikkim and Goa, Goa declared at 367 for 4 with a first-innings lead of 59 runs. Manthan Khutkar and Siddarth’s centuries propelled Goa to a strong position. Arjun Tendulkar’s two wickets added to Sikkim’s woes as they ended the day at 50 for 3, still trailing by a significant margin.
Overall, the various matches in the Ranji Trophy have provided fans with thrilling cricket action and intense competition as teams battle it out to secure victories and move up the standings in the tournament.
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Madhya Pradesh vs Uttar Pradesh Match Intensifies
In a highly anticipated match between Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, the action heated up as both teams showcased their competitive spirit. Madhya Pradesh, led by captain Naman Ojha, put up a strong batting performance with Yash Dubey’s century being the standout contribution. Ending Day 2 at 385 for 7, Madhya Pradesh will be looking to build on their total and put pressure on Uttar Pradesh’s bowlers.
Punjab Faces Tough Challenge Against Vidarbha
Vidarbha had a dominant outing against Punjab, with Akshay Wadkar’s century guiding them to a solid total of 431 for 6 by the end of play on Day 2. Rajneesh Gurbani’s bowling prowess was on display as he picked up crucial wickets to put Punjab on the back foot. Punjab will need a resilient batting performance in their first innings to try and match Vidarbha’s imposing total.
Gujarat and Mumbai Set for Thrilling Encounter
Gujarat and Mumbai are gearing up for a thrilling encounter as both teams look to assert their dominance in the match. Gujarat, with skipper Parthiv Patel leading from the front, posted a competitive total of 330 for 4 by the close of Day 2. Mumbai’s bowlers will have their task cut out as they aim to restrict Gujarat and mount a strong response with the bat in hand.
Hyderabad Struggles Against Baroda’s Spin Attack
Baroda’s spinners wreaked havoc on Hyderabad’s batting lineup as they were bundled out for a meager 124 runs. Ninad Rathva and Kartik Kakade spun a web around Hyderabad’s batsmen, picking up crucial wickets to put Baroda in a commanding position. In response, Baroda looked solid at 207 for 3, with Vishnu Solanki leading the charge with an unbeaten half-century.
Assam Fights Back Against Tripura
In a closely fought contest between Assam and Tripura, Assam fought back after being bowled out for 225 in their first innings. Tripura, in response, found themselves in a spot of bother at 94 for 5, thanks to a spirited bowling performance by Assam’s bowlers. The match hangs in the balance as both teams vie for supremacy in the upcoming days of play.
Odisha and Bengal Locked in a Battle
Odisha and Bengal are locked in a fierce battle as they aim to gain the upper hand in their contest. Bengal, led by skipper Abhimanyu Easwaran, posted a competitive total of 308 for 5 by the end of Day 2, with Sudip Chatterjee anchoring the innings with a solid century. Odisha’s bowlers will be looking to make inroads early on Day 3 to put pressure on Bengal’s batting lineup.
Uttarakhand Shows Resilience Against Mizoram
Uttarakhand displayed resilience against Mizoram as they put up a strong total of 416 for 6 by the close of play on Day 2. Avneesh Sudha’s brilliant century and Saurabh Rawat’s composed fifty propelled Uttarakhand to a commanding position in the match. Mizoram will have their work cut out as they look to make a comeback in the face of Uttarakhand’s strong performance.
Nagaland Struggles Against Manipur’s Pace Attack
Manipur’s pace attack proved to be too hot to handle for Nagaland as they were bowled out for a paltry 109 runs. Thokchom Kishan’s fiery spell rattled Nagaland’s batting lineup, leaving them reeling. In their second innings, Nagaland showed some fight, ending the day at 141 for 4, still trailing by a significant margin.
The Ranji Trophy continues to provide enthralling cricketing action as teams across various groups compete fiercely to make their mark in the tournament. With standout performances, intense battles, and nail-biting encounters, fans can expect more drama and excitement as the matches progress.