Team Goemkarponn
PANAJI: Goa produced a commanding performance to defeat Bihar by an innings and 177 runs in their Ranji Trophy encounter at the Panjim Gymkhana Ground on Wednesday, securing a bonus point in the process. Having enforced the follow on on the second day, Goa completed the emphatic victory on the third day with another disciplined bowling display.
After winning the toss and electing to bat, Goa posted an imposing 397 runs in their first innings. Snehal Kauthankar was the standout performer, scoring a patient 178 off 282 deliveries. Captain Abhinav Tejrana provided valuable support with 73 runs, while Darshan Misal contributed 53 to strengthen Goa’s position. Bihar’s Suraj Kashyap was the most successful bowler, finishing with five wickets for 90 runs.
Bihar struggled in reply and were dismissed for just 107 runs in their first innings. Goa’s bowlers maintained pressure throughout, with Vasuki Koushik claiming three wickets for 12 runs and Yash Kasvankar taking three for 46. The visitors’ substantial deficit forced them to follow on.
Bihar resumed their second innings at 63 for three overnight but failed to stage a recovery. They were eventually bowled out for 113 in 45.3 overs, handing Goa a massive victory.
Lalit Yadav led the bowling effort with an impressive five for 23, dismantling Bihar’s batting line-up. Kasvankar continued his strong performance, picking up another three wickets for 29 runs. Vasuki Koushik and Heramb Parab also contributed with a wicket each.
The comprehensive result highlighted Goa’s dominance with both bat and ball, as the team secured maximum advantage from the contest with an innings victory and a bonus point.
SCOREBOARD
Goa, first innings: 397
Bihar, first innings: 107
Bihar, second innings (follow on): 113 all out in 45.3 overs
Bowling: Lalit Yadav 14-3-23-5, Vasuki Koushik 9-3-28-1, Heramb Parab 7-1-14-1, Darshan Misal 3-0-15-0, Yash Kasvankar 12.3-1-29-3.
