Team Goemkarponn
Sanguem: The four-day Elite Colonel C K Nayudu Trophy match between Goa and Himachal Pradesh ended in a draw on Friday at the GCA Ground in Sanguem. However, Himachal Pradesh secured valuable points after gaining a first-innings lead.
Himachal Pradesh, who had posted 370 in their first innings, resumed their second innings on 123 for six on the third day. The visitors added another 65 runs before being bowled out for 188, setting Goa a target of 277 runs.
Arnav Jamwal top-scored with 50, while Naunihaal Attlas contributed 25. Keshav remained unbeaten on one as Himachal Pradesh completed their second innings.
Goa’s bowling attack produced a disciplined performance, with Afrid Rajakannawar and Anuj Yadav claiming three wickets each. Vinayak Kunte and Deep Kasvankar picked up one wicket apiece.
In reply, Goa began their chase with limited time remaining in the match and concentrated on batting out the available overs. The hosts finished at 123 for three in 51 overs, ensuring the contest ended without a result.
Shantanu Nevgi played a valuable innings of 42, providing stability to the Goa batting line-up. Captain Aryan Narvekar held firm at the other end, remaining unbeaten on 46. Afrid Rajakannawar added 12, while Chittem Jeevankumar was not out on six.
For Himachal Pradesh, Naunihaal Attlas claimed two wickets for 31 runs, while Sahil Sharma picked up one wicket.
Although Goa managed to avoid defeat in the final innings, Himachal Pradesh’s substantial first-innings total of 370 proved decisive in the points outcome.
