Chandigarh's Under-23 cricket team has put itself in a commanding position against Jammu & Kashmir, securing a significant first-innings lead on the second day of their CK Nayudu Trophy encounter. The local lads displayed a dominant all-round performance, first bowling out the opposition and then building a substantial lead with the bat.
Chandigarh Bowlers Set the Stage
Resuming their innings from an overnight score of 221 for 7, the Jammu & Kashmir team could only add 17 more runs before being bowled out for 238. This gave Chandigarh a crucial and sizable first-innings lead of 105 runs. The bowling attack, led effectively by the team's strategy, ensured the opposition's tail did not wag for long.
Solid Batting Extends the Advantage
In their second innings, Chandigarh's openers provided a steady start, navigating the initial overs cautiously. The team ended the day at 89 for the loss of 2 wickets, thereby extending their overall lead to a formidable 194 runs. The not-out batsmen, Arjun Kundra and Harnoor Singh, will resume the innings on the third day, looking to build an even more imposing target.
Arjun Kundra, showing patience and skill, remained unbeaten on 36 runs. He was well-supported by Harnoor Singh, who was not out on 12 runs at stumps. Their partnership will be key to Chandigarh's plans for the coming day. The two wickets that fell were those of Ankit Kumar Singh and Suryansh Raina.
Looking Ahead to Day Three
With a lead already nearing 200 runs and eight wickets still in hand, Chandigarh is in the driver's seat. The objective on the third day will be to bat Jammu & Kashmir out of the game by setting a massive target. The team's strong position is a result of consistent performances across both batting and bowling departments in this match.
The CK Nayudu Trophy match is being played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Mohali. The local team will aim to capitalize on this strong foundation and push for an outright victory in the coming days.
