The Vijay Hazare Trophy continues to heat up as Punjab and Vidarbha secured their spots in the semi-finals following strong performances in the quarter-finals. The matches were held at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, determining the teams that will compete for the championship.
Quarter-Final Highlights
- Vidarbha vs. Delhi: Vidarbha won by 76 runs.
- Punjab vs. Madhya Pradesh: Punjab triumphed by 183 runs.
Vidarbha’s Victory over Delhi
Batting first, Vidarbha scored 300 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in their 50 overs. Yash Rathod was the star batsman, scoring 86 runs. His performance was supported by:
- Atharva Taide: 62 runs
- Dhruv Shorey: 49 runs
In response, Delhi struggled, with only Anuj Rawat providing resistance through his score of 66. They were bowled out for 224 runs. Vidarbha’s bowling attack was led by Nachiket Bhute, who took four wickets, while Harsh Dubey contributed with three wickets.
Punjab Dominates Madhya Pradesh
Punjab, captained by Prabhsimran Singh, delivered an impressive performance, amassing 345 runs with the loss of 6 wickets. Key contributions came from:
- Prabhsimran Singh: 88 runs
- Anmolpreet Singh: 70 runs
- Nehal Wadhera: 56 runs
- Harnoor Singh: 51 runs
Chasing this daunting total, Madhya Pradesh faltered and lost half their side for just 66 runs. Rajat Patidar, captain of RCB in the IPL, was the top scorer for MP with 38 runs. Punjab’s bowlers excelled, notably Sanvir Singh, who took 3 wickets for 31 runs.
Upcoming Matches in the Vijay Hazare Trophy
The semi-finals are scheduled for January 15 and 16, with the final taking place on January 18. The other semi-finalists include Karnataka and Saurashtra, who advanced through their matches against UP and Mumbai, respectively.
The conclusion of this tournament promises excitement as teams vie for the coveted trophy, showcasing talent and competition at its best.
