PANJIM: Goa earned three points while Chandigarh secured a point as the closely contested Ranji Trophy Group C encounter ended in a draw, at the Goa Cricket Association Academy ground, Povorim, on Monday.
Darshan Misal of the Goa team emerged as a significant force, claiming five wickets for 110 runs during the Chandigarh’s innings.
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In the second innings, Goa added 25 runs for no loss before the match concluded.
Earlier, in the first innings, Goa, batting first, posted a commanding total of 618/7 before declaring. Chandigarh faced the challenge with determination, reaching a total of 479 runs in 160 overs. Kunal Mahajan was the standout performer, scoring an impressive 147 runs, well-supported by Raj Bawa (90) and Arslan Khan (84).
Darshan Misal’s outstanding bowling performance, particularly his five-wicket haul, earned him the well-deserved title of Player of the Match.
Brief score: Goa 618/7 declared and 25 for no loss. Chandigarh 479; 160 overs (Kunal Mahajan 147, Raj Bawa 90, Arslan Khan 84; Darshan Misal 5/110). Match drawn. Points: Goa 3, Chandigarh 1.
