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Ranji Trophy: Haryana humble defending champions Saurashtra | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a low-scoring Ranji Trophy match in Rajkot on Sunday, Haryana secured a noteworthy victory by four wickets over defending champions Saurashtra on their home turf.Starting day three at 148 for six, Saurashtra managed to stretch their second innings to 220 all out, courtesy of contributions from skipper Jaydev Unadkat (23) and Parth Bhut (47). This set a 166-run target for Haryana.Although Haryana encountered some tense moments, losing three quick wickets in the final session, they ultimately achieved the target. Ashok Menaria played a pivotal role in the chase with an unbeaten 58, while Rahul Tewatia (10 not out) provided support at the other end.Saurashtra let the game slip away from them on the opening day when they were bundled out for 145 with Jayant Yadav taking a five...
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‘They told me you’re acting injured’: Rajasthan Cricket’s favorite son Ashok Menaria lands scarring blows after leading Haryana to VHT triumph

The last time Rajasthan won a senior men’s title was back in 2012. A second Ranji Trophy title in a row – their only wins in the tournament history. Lifting the trophy on both occasions was Ashok Menaria. There weren’t many bigger names than the Udaipur-born southpaw back then in the Indian domestic circuit. Menaria wasn’t just Rajasthan’s skipper but had also led the Indian U-19 team at the junior World Cup in 2010. On Saturday after Rajasthan fell short of winning their first-ever Vijay Hazare Trophy, the defeat must’ve tasted even bitter. It was their favourite son Menaria who had led Haryana to their maiden 50-overs title. Even more scarring than his knock of 70 were his words though. Post-final, when asked what made him leave Rajasthan for Haryana ahead of the domestic season th...