Collectively not up to the mark till the last game, Assam batters fired in unison – that, too, against the heavyweights Tamil Nadu – to secure the crucial first-innings lead in a Ranji Trophy match in Guwahati on Friday.
In an enthralling Elite Group D encounter at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, resuming their innings on 176/3, Assam showcased a remarkable batting display on the penultimate day to post a formidable total of 445 from 146.2 overs, thereby overtaking Tamil Nadu’s first-innings score of 338. This effort handed Assam a crucial lead of 107 runs, securing three vital points from the game.
The highlights of the day were Assam captain Denish Das, who led his team from the front, and veteran Swarupam Purakayastha’s performance with the bat.
Completing his century on the morning of Day 3, Das was a spectacle, scoring 109 off 195 balls, including 14 boundaries, before losing his stumps to the right-arm off-spinner Mohamed Ali. His partnership with Sibsankar Roy, who played the anchor’s role with a patient 69 off 208 balls, was particularly noteworthy.
Their overnight unbeaten partnership fetched 173 runs for the fourth wicket, laying the foundation for Assam’s commanding first-innings reply. Despite a minor hiccup when keeper-batter Sumit Ghadigaonkar failed to convert his start, returning on 20, Assam lower-middle order showed resilience.
Purakayastha, coming in at No. 7, found an able partner in Mukhtar Hussain at No. 8. Together, they put on an 89-run stand, helping Assam not only surpass Tamil Nadu’s tally with ease but also secure a sizeable 107-run lead over their esteemed visitors.
Purakayastha’s steady knock of 90 off 131 balls, adorned with 10 fours and three sixes, was a treat to watch. Although he missed a well-deserved century, which could have been his third first-class ton, his performance with both bat and ball was commendable. Hussain contributed a valuable 35 off 77 balls, and by the time he departed, Assam was comfortably placed at 412/7. The innings, however, folded quickly after Purakayastha’s departure.
As the match heads into the final day, Tamil Nadu, batting in their second innings, are on 8 without loss after 4 overs, trailing Assam by 99 runs. The stage is set for a gripping fourth day with Assam eager to push for a win while Tamil Nadu look to overcome the deficit.
Brief scores (In Guwahati): Tamil Nadu 338 & 8/0 in 4 overs. Assam (o/n 176/3) 445 in 146.2 overs (Denish Das 109, Swarupam Purakayastha 90; Pradosh Ranjan Paul 3/45). Match to continue.
In an enthralling Elite Group D encounter at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, resuming their innings on 176/3, Assam showcased a remarkable batting display on the penultimate day to post a formidable total of 445 from 146.2 overs, thereby overtaking Tamil Nadu’s first-innings score of 338. This effort handed Assam a crucial lead of 107 runs, securing three vital points from the game.
The highlights of the day were Assam captain Denish Das, who led his team from the front, and veteran Swarupam Purakayastha’s performance with the bat.
Completing his century on the morning of Day 3, Das was a spectacle, scoring 109 off 195 balls, including 14 boundaries, before losing his stumps to the right-arm off-spinner Mohamed Ali. His partnership with Sibsankar Roy, who played the anchor’s role with a patient 69 off 208 balls, was particularly noteworthy.
Their overnight unbeaten partnership fetched 173 runs for the fourth wicket, laying the foundation for Assam’s commanding first-innings reply. Despite a minor hiccup when keeper-batter Sumit Ghadigaonkar failed to convert his start, returning on 20, Assam lower-middle order showed resilience.
Purakayastha, coming in at No. 7, found an able partner in Mukhtar Hussain at No. 8. Together, they put on an 89-run stand, helping Assam not only surpass Tamil Nadu’s tally with ease but also secure a sizeable 107-run lead over their esteemed visitors.
Purakayastha’s steady knock of 90 off 131 balls, adorned with 10 fours and three sixes, was a treat to watch. Although he missed a well-deserved century, which could have been his third first-class ton, his performance with both bat and ball was commendable. Hussain contributed a valuable 35 off 77 balls, and by the time he departed, Assam was comfortably placed at 412/7. The innings, however, folded quickly after Purakayastha’s departure.
As the match heads into the final day, Tamil Nadu, batting in their second innings, are on 8 without loss after 4 overs, trailing Assam by 99 runs. The stage is set for a gripping fourth day with Assam eager to push for a win while Tamil Nadu look to overcome the deficit.
Brief scores (In Guwahati): Tamil Nadu 338 & 8/0 in 4 overs. Assam (o/n 176/3) 445 in 146.2 overs (Denish Das 109, Swarupam Purakayastha 90; Pradosh Ranjan Paul 3/45). Match to continue.
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