The TNCA XI put on a dominant display on day three of the Buchi Babu tournament, effectively ending Mumbai’s hopes for a victory. After dismissing Mumbai for a paltry 156 in their first innings, the home team went on to score 286 in their second innings, setting an improbable target of 510 for Mumbai.
Mumbai’s chase started disastrously, leaving them with a daunting task of scoring 510 runs. The TNCA bowlers proved relentless, with Sai Kishore claiming five wickets, including the crucial dismissals of Mumbai captain Sarfaraz Khan and Divyansh Saxena.
The home team continued their dominance in their second innings, with a massive 142-run opening partnership between S.R. Athish (57) and S. Lokeshwar (73). Despite a valiant effort from Mumbai’s bowlers, particularly Shams Mulani (4/73) and Tanush Kotian (5/91), the damage had already been done in the first innings.
Adding to Mumbai’s woes, Suryakumar Yadav sustained a hand injury while fielding, leaving him unable to participate in the remainder of the innings.
Mumbai now faces a near-impossible task to salvage the match. They need a miracle to secure a victory and a spot in the next stage of the tournament.
Scores:
* TNCA XI: 379 & 286 in 79.2 overs (Athish 57, Lokeshwar 73, Mokit 52, Mulani 4/73, Kotian 5/91)
* Mumbai: 156 in 63.2 overs (Divyansh 70, Sai Kishore 5/36) & 6/0 in 2.0 overs
