Ranji Trophy: Nagaland on the brink of victory

DIMAPUR — Nagaland maintained their dominant position on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy encounter against Mizoram, currently underway at Gokulbhai Somabhai Patel Stadium, Nadiad.

Despite a valiant knock of 146 by Agni Chopra for the opposition, Nagaland’s Jagadeesha Suchith delivered a stellar bowling performance, taking 6 wickets to restrict Mizoram to 371/9 in 98.4 overs at stumps. Mizoram still trails Nagaland by 365 runs with only one wicket remaining in their first innings.

A press release stated that Nagaland is well-positioned to enforce their advantage on Day 4.

Match summary

Nagaland Innings:

•             Total: 736/7 declared in 169.0 overs

•             Key performers:

o             Chetan Bist: An unbeaten 304* (423 balls) marked a historic achievement.

o             Nischal Dega: Set the tone with a commanding 145 (169 balls).

Mizoram Innings:

•             Score: 371/9 in 98.4 overs

•             Key Performers:

o             Agni Chopra: A fighting 146 off 152 balls, leading Mizoram’s resistance.

o             Mohit Jangra: Unbeaten on 73* (90 balls), offering support in the lower order.

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