Smaran Ravichandran Shines with 67 in Duleep Trophy Final

In a crucial performance during the Duleep Trophy final in Bengaluru, South Zone batter Smaran Ravichandran scored 67 runs, demonstrating resilience and skill. This innings came after a disappointing start, where he was dismissed for just one run on the opening day of the match against Central Zone.

Ravichandran’s solid knock was a pivotal contribution as South Zone faced a daunting first-innings deficit of 362 runs. With the team under pressure, they found themselves at 76 for 2 when he joined the crease. The left-handed batsman quickly settled in and formed a crucial partnership of 85 runs with Ricky Bhui, who contributed 45 runs, pushing South Zone past the 150-run mark.

Throughout his innings, Ravichandran displayed aggressive batting, hitting seven fours and a six in his total of 67 runs off 118 balls. His innings came to an end when he was bowled by Kumar Kartikeya, but not before he had significantly bolstered his team’s position in the match.

This performance marks Ravichandran’s third score of over 50 runs in his young career, which includes two centuries. According to statistics from ESPNcricinfo, he has accumulated a total of 584 runs across eight First-Class matches at an impressive average exceeding 60. Notably, he has also recorded a double century in red-ball cricket, showcasing his potential as a rising star in the sport.

As the final continues, all eyes will be on Ravichandran and the South Zone team as they aim to overcome the substantial lead set by Central Zone and secure a victory in this prestigious tournament.