Ranji Trophy 2024-25: Vidarbha Holds Narrow 37-Run Lead Over Kerala
At the end of Day 3 in the Ranji Trophy final, Vidarbha posted 379 in their first innings, led by Danish Malewar’s 153 and Karun Nair’s 86. Kerala responded with 342, trailing by 37 runs. Sachin Baby top-scored with 98, while Darshan Nalkande and Harsh Dubey claimed three wickets each. The match remains finely poised.
In the Ranji Trophy 2025 final in Nagpur, Vidarbha holds a slight advantage over Kerala after the third day of play. Vidarbha posted a strong first-innings total of 379, led by Danish Malewar’s brilliant 153 off 285 balls, which included 15 fours and three sixes. Karun Nair also played a crucial role, scoring 86 off 188. The Kerala bowling attack, led by MD Nidheesh (3/61) and Eden Apple Tom (3/102), managed to restrict Vidarbha, with support from Nedumankuzhy Basil (2/60).
In response, Kerala fought hard but fell 37 runs short, getting bowled out for 342 in 125 overs. Sachin Baby was their standout performer with a patient 98 off 235 balls, falling just short of a century. Aditya Sarwate contributed a vital 79, while Mohammed Azharuddeen (34) and Ahammed Imran (37) provided useful runs. Vidarbha’s bowlers kept the pressure on, with Darshan Nalkande (3/52) and Harsh Dubey (3/88) taking key wickets.
As Kerala trails by 37 runs, the match remains finely balanced heading into Day 4. Vidarbha will look to build a solid lead, while Kerala aims for quick wickets to stay in contention for their maiden Ranji Trophy title.
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