The final session of Day 2 of the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024-25 final between Vidarbha and Kerala saw Aditya Sarwate stepping up to the occasion. By the close of play, Kerala had managed to reduce the deficit, thanks to Sarwate's heroics. The match remains finely poised, with both teams still in contention for the coveted Ranji Trophy title.
Sarwate’s ability to read the game and play according to the situation was on full display. He struck crucial boundaries and rotated the strike efficiently, ensuring Kerala stayed in the contest.
The Vidarbha bowlers too did not give away easy run-scoring opportunities. They bowled at tight line and length and even earned a wicket in the form of Ahammed Imran.
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Aditya Sarwate and Ahammed Imran Continue Their Rescue Act
Starting the session at 57/2, Sarwate and Imran showcased their grit, helping Kerala make a comeback in the match. Taking over from a precarious spot when Kerala were 14/2, the duo had already steadied the ship.
Sarwate brought up his fifty. His ability to perform in a pressure match displayed his temperament. Imran too was going strength to strength with his partner up until a point. After smashing a boundary on a pull shot off Yash Thakur, he again tried to execute the same shot but got taken at the mid-wicket region this time.
Kerala captain Sachin Baby joined Sarwate after Imran’s dismissal. They took Kerala to 131/3 in 39 overs before the day ended. Sarwate and Sachin are batting unbeaten on 66 and seven runs respectively with Kerala trailing by 248 runs.
