Hyderabad vs Gujarat, Ranji Trophy 2024-25, Elite Group B: Gujarat Outclasses Hyderabad with 126-Run Victory

Gujarat emerged victorious over Hyderabad by 126 runs in a gripping Elite Group B match of the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy at the Gymkhana Ground, Hyderabad. Manan Hingrajia’s exceptional performance with the bat and the disciplined bowling effort led by Rinkesh Vaghela and Priyajitsing Jadeja were key to Gujarat's dominant win, earning them six valuable points, while Hyderabad ended the match empty-handed.

Gujarat’s First Innings: Manan Hingrajia's Masterclass

• Manan Hingrajia led the way for Gujarat, scoring a magnificent 181, propelling his team to a solid total of 343 in their first innings. His innings was a blend of patience and aggression, featuring 25 fours and 2 sixes.
• Contributions from Urvil Patel (60) and lower-order support from Rinkesh Vaghela (24) helped Gujarat reach a competitive score.
• Chama V Milind and T Thyagarajan were the pick of the bowlers for Hyderabad, both taking three wickets each to restrict Gujarat’s innings.

Hyderabad’s First Innings: Middle-Order Resilience

• In response, Hyderabad managed 248 in their first innings, with Kodimela Himateja (66) and Chama V Milind (60) leading the charge with crucial knocks.
• Gujarat’s bowling attack was led by Arzan Nagwaswalla (3/50) and Rinkesh Vaghela (2/40), who ensured Hyderabad trailed by 95 runs at the end of their innings.

Gujarat’s Second Innings: Umang Kumar's Counter-Attack

• Gujarat's second innings saw a brisk 85 from Umang Kumar, who guided his team to 201 runs, setting a formidable target for Hyderabad.
• Hyderabad's bowlers, especially Aniketh Reddy (5/36), fought back to dismiss Gujarat’s lineup, but the lead had already swelled beyond their reach.

Hyderabad’s Second Innings: Gujarat’s Bowlers Seal the Deal

• Chasing a target of 297 runs, Hyderabad stumbled to 170 all out, with only Abhirath Reddy (51) and Rohit Rayudu (26) showing some resistance.
• Gujarat’s bowling unit, led by Priyajitsing Jadeja (3/23) and Rinkesh Vaghela (3/52), dismantled Hyderabad’s lineup, sealing a convincing win by 126 runs.

Match Summary

Gujarat 1st Innings: 343 all out (93.4 overs)
Top Performers: Manan Hingrajia 181, Urvil Patel 60
Best Bowlers: Chama V Milind 3/51, T Thyagarajan 3/63

Hyderabad 1st Innings: 248 all out (89.5 overs)
Top Performers: Kodimela Himateja 66, Chama V Milind 60
Best Bowlers: Arzan Nagwaswalla 3/50, Rinkesh Vaghela 2/40

Gujarat 2nd Innings: 201 all out (62.4 overs)
Top Performers: Umang Kumar 85, Siddharth Desai 32
Best Bowlers: Aniketh Reddy 5/36, T Thyagarajan 2/59

Hyderabad 2nd Innings: 170 all out (59.1 overs)
Top Performers: Abhirath Reddy 51, Kodimela Himateja 29
Best Bowlers: Priyajitsing Jadeja 3/23, Rinkesh Vaghela 3/52

Result

• Gujarat won by 126 runs.

Player of the Match: Manan Hingrajia for his brilliant knock of 181 in the first innings.

Gujarat's all-around effort, highlighted by Hingrajia’s superb batting and a disciplined bowling performance, ensured a significant win in this crucial Ranji Trophy encounter, strengthening their position in Elite Group B.