Punjab also recorded a convincing win against Goa, chasing 212 with ease. Harnoor Singh anchored the innings, remaining unbeaten on 94, while Naman Dhir contributed 68 off 65 balls. The pair shared a 131-run partnership, proving decisive despite Shubman Gill’s underwhelming outing.
Hyderabad marked their first win of the season with a crushing 107-run triumph over Bengal. Aman Rao’s brilliant double century set up the massive total, complemented by Mohammed Siraj’s four-wicket haul. Shahbaz Ahmed fought valiantly for Bengal with a century but could not prevent the defeat.
Mumbai narrowly defeated Himachal Pradesh in a shortened 33-over thriller. Led by Shreyas Iyer, who smashed 82 off 53 balls, Mumbai managed a last-over finish. Shivam Dube starred with the ball, taking four key wickets, while India teammates Yashasvi Jaiswal (15) and Suryakumar Yadav (24) made modest contributions.
Kerala crushed Puducherry in a one-sided affair, led by Vishnu Vinod’s explosive 162 from 84 balls, which included 14 sixes and 13 boundaries. His innings overshadowed star batter Sanju Samson, who managed just 11, sealing a dominant win for Kerala.
Overall, the day showcased a blend of stellar individual performances, strategic partnerships, and tight finishes, highlighting the competitive spirit and depth of talent in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy.