Maharashtra take first-innings lead against Bengal in Ranji Trophy match
Tanay Sanghavi scored a maiden half-century to help Maharashtra secure a lead at Eden Gardens.
Maharashtra secured a first-innings lead against Bengal in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match at Eden Gardens, according to reports from Hindustan Times, Sportstar and Rediff. Maharashtra reached 207 for nine in 79 overs, following Bengal's first-innings total of 143.
The Maharashtra recovery was led by Tanay Sanghavi, who remained unbeaten on 57. Sanghavi formed an unbroken 49-run partnership for the tenth wicket with Pradeep Dadhe, who was 22 not out when bad light stopped play on Tuesday.
Bengal's bowling attack initially dominated, reducing Maharashtra to 64 for six. Mohammed Shami claimed three wickets for 36 runs, while Shahbaz Ahmed took three wickets for 34 runs. Mohammed Kaif also took two wickets.
In the second innings, Bengal reached 76 for four when bad light ended play on Day 3, according to Hindustan Times. The home side holds a one-run lead over Maharashtra at the close of play.
Bengal head coach Laxmi Ratan Shukla said there are still two days of play left and there is a lot to play for. Abhishek Porel remains batting on 23 for Bengal.