In the Group D fixtures of the Ranji Trophy, Deepak Dhapola’s stellar performance led Uttarakhand to a commanding 202-run first innings lead over Baroda in Dehradun. Dhapola’s impressive five-wicket haul spearheaded Uttarakhand’s dominant display, putting them in a formidable position in the match.
In the other Group D fixtures of the Ranji Trophy, Abdul Samad’s scintillating century propelled Jammu and Kashmir to a remarkable comeback against Madhya Pradesh in Indore.
Facing a precarious position at 61/6, Samad’s explosive innings of 103 runs off just 74 balls spearheaded a dramatic lower-order fightback, helping Jammu and Kashmir secure a crucial 42-run first innings lead.
In another fixture, Himachal Pradesh’s lower-order heroics, particularly from Mayank Dagar with his all-round performance of 52 runs and 2 wickets for 43 runs, placed their team in a dominant position against Puducherry.
Delhi also showcased a solid reply, courtesy of fifties from Gagan Vats and Yash Dhull, following Biplab Samantray’s century for Odisha, which had set a competitive total earlier in the match.
The Group D encounters witnessed thrilling turnarounds and remarkable performances, setting the stage for an intriguing continuation of the tournament.