First class cricket

Central Zone on Brink of Duleep Trophy Win Despite Siddarth's Resistance for South Zone

09:01 14/09/2025

Duleep Trophy: Andre Siddarth stood firm with an unbeaten 84, helping South Zone reach 426 and avoid an innings defeat, but Central Zone still need just 64 runs with all wickets in hand to win the title.

Duleep Trophy: Mohammed Shami toils hard on return; East Zone keep North Zone in check at 308/6

12:01 28/08/2025

In the Duleep Trophy quarterfinal, East Zone restricted North Zone to 308/6, highlighted by Mohammed Shami's return to First-Class cricket after a hiatus. Shami, initially rusty, improved his rhythm, taking 1/55. Young spinner Manishi's key strikes and Ayush Badoni's quickfire 63 also stood out.

Duleep Trophy: Danish Malewar nears double, Rajat Patidar slams ton as Central Zone dominate North East Zone

12:01 28/08/2025

Central Zone dominated the first day of the Duleep Trophy quarter-final, reaching 432 for 2 against North East Zone. Danish Malewar remained unbeaten on 198, while Rajat Patidar contributed a rapid 125. Their impressive partnership helped Central Zone build a strong foundation, with Malewar nearing a double century.