Maharashtra takes control against Bengal in Ranji Trophy clash

Maharashtra holds a 64-run lead over Bengal after finishing Day 2 of their Ranji Trophy Elite, Group C match at Eden Gardens. After being dismissed for 143 in their first innings, Bengal struggled to contain the visitors during the second session, conceding 105 runs while taking only two wickets.

Tanay Sanghavi, playing in only his third first-class match, scored an unbeaten 57 off 167 balls. He shared an unbroken 49-run partnership with Pradeep Dadhe, who remained 22 not out, to push Maharashtra to 207/9 by the end of the day.

Earlier in the match, Bengal bowler Mohammed Shami made a significant impact, claiming wickets including a spectacular delivery that dismissed Maharashtra captain Prithvi Shaw. Despite Shami's efforts and contributions from other bowlers like Shahbaz Ahmed, Maharashtra's batters, including Sanghavi and Rajvardhan Hangargekar, managed to stabilize the innings and take the advantage.