Rajasthan's Young Stars Shine in U-14 Trophy Opener
Rajasthan's under-14 cricket team saw two standout performers on the first day of their Raj Singh Dungarpur Trophy match against Uttar Pradesh. The action unfolded in Indore on Sunday, with Bhavesh Baghel and Anmol Sharma leading the charge for their side.
Bhavesh Baghel's Four-Wicket Haul
Bhavesh Baghel delivered an impressive bowling performance for Rajasthan. He claimed four crucial wickets as Uttar Pradesh batted first. His efforts helped restrict the opposition, though Uttar Pradesh managed to post a substantial total. They declared their first innings at 425 runs for the loss of seven wickets.
Other Rajasthan bowlers also contributed to the attack. Anmol Sharma, Gaurav Punia, and Lavmeet Gurjar each took one wicket. Their combined efforts kept the pressure on Uttar Pradesh throughout the innings.
Rajasthan's Batting Response
In reply, Rajasthan faced a challenging target. They ended the day at 73 runs for two wickets. The team still trails significantly behind Uttar Pradesh's massive first-innings score.
Anmol Sharma showed his all-round capabilities by remaining unbeaten on 43 runs at stumps. He shared an unbroken partnership with Aditya SP Yadav, who was not out on 24. Their partnership provided some stability for Rajasthan after the early loss of two wickets.
Challenges Ahead for Rajasthan
Rajasthan batters face a tough task on the second day. They must play exceptionally well to approach Uttar Pradesh's huge total. The team will rely heavily on the unbeaten pair of Anmol Sharma and Aditya SP Yadav to build a substantial partnership.
Brief Scores:
- Uttar Pradesh (1st innings): 425/7 declared (Arnav 176, Saurav 74, Harsh 56; Bhavesh Baghel 4-92, Anmol Sharma 1 wkt, Gaurav Punia 1 wkt, Lavmeet Gurjar 1 wkt)
- Rajasthan (1st innings): 73/2 (Anmol Sharma 43 not out, Aditya SP Yadav 24 not out)
The match continues with Rajasthan needing a strong batting performance to stay competitive in this U-14 trophy encounter.
