Tamil Nadu vs Karnataka LIVE Day 3, Ranji Trophy 2024: Penultimate day of Tamil Nadu vs Karnataka battle in Ranji Trophy is currently underway in Chepauk.
Day 2 of the Ranji Trophy clash between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka witnessed a dramatic turn of events. After bowling out Karnataka for 366, fueled by Devdutt Padikkal’s 151, Tamil Nadu’s batting crumbled, leaving them precariously placed at 129-7 at stumps.
Things looked promising for the table-toppers early on, but a batting collapse mirroring their Goa encounter saw them lose wickets in clusters. Openers Jagadeesan (40) and Indrajith (35*) offered some resistance, but the rest of the batting order faltered against disciplined bowling from Karnataka’s spinners, Shashi Kumar (3-41) and teenage debutant Hardik Raj (2-47).
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Despite some luck (umpire’s error, dropped catch, no-ball dismissal), Tamil Nadu succumbed to the pressure, leaving them with a daunting task of chasing 367 on a turning track. Karnataka now holds the upper hand, needing just three more wickets to put themselves in a commanding position.
Earlier, Tamil Nadu bowlers started the day positively. Opting for spin early, they dismissed Padikkal cheaply through part-timer Pradosh Ranjan Paul. However, Karnataka’s lower order, led by Hardik Raj’s fifty and valuable contributions from wicketkeeper Sharath and Shashi, added crucial runs, pushing the total beyond 350.
With two days remaining, the match hangs in the balance. Can Tamil Nadu stage a fightback or will Karnataka capitalize on their advantage and secure a vital first-innings lead? These two days promise an enthralling contest between two strong contenders for the Ranji Trophy title.
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