MUMBAI: Defending champions Mumbai's build-up to their 2024-25 Ranji Trophy campaign hasn't been ideal. After crashing out in the first round of the Buchi Babu Invitational Tournament in Tamil Nadu, the domestic giants have been sent packing at the league stage of the Dr (Capt) K Thimmappiah Memorial Tournament in Bengaluru too. It must be said here, though, that Mumbai fielded a largely young, second-string team in these warm-up tournaments, with most of the regulars likely to be available for the high-profile Irani Cup clash in Lucknow from October 1-5.
On Tuesday, Mumbai drew their match against KSCA Secretary's XI at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, but conceded the first innings lead.
Powered by fine centuries by Jasper EJ (167, 292b, 24x4) and Luvnith Sisodia (187, 262b, 20x4, 6x6), KSCA Secretary's XI replied to Mumbai's 440 with a mammoth total of 531.
Brief Scores: Mumbai 440 (Jay Bista 109, Siddhesh Lad 95, Suryansh Shedge 94, Hardik Tamore 44; Shikhar Shetty 5-111, Abhilash 3-97; Extras 42) & 290-8 (Suryansh Shedge 71, Shashank Attarde not out 47, Atharva Ankolekar 31; Abhilash 3-65) vs KSCA Secretary's XI 531 (Luvnith Sisodia 187, Jasper EJ 167, Vishant Onat 82; Mohd Junaid Khan 3-89, Atharva Ankolekar 3-98) & 100-1 (Vishal Onat not out 51).
Rahane cuts short county stint for Irani Cup
Meanwhile, TOI has learnt that Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane has cut short his stint with Leicestershire, deciding to miss the final two games of the County Championship to prepare himself for the Irani Cup. On Monday, both Leicestershire CCC and Rahane informed on social media that the former India captain's 2024 county season had ended. Leicestershire CCC posted, "Thank you, Aninkya. @ajinkyarahane88 will miss the final two games of the 2024 season following an assessment on a couple of niggles by the Club’s medical department. It's been a pleasure having you as a Fox, Jinks." Rahane posted: "Had a fantastic time in England with Leicestershire. Taking back wonderful memories , and some valuable learnings. Immense thanks to the fans for their incredible support throughout the journey. Now time to prepare for home season."
Ayaz Khan scores ton
Mumbai batter Ayaz Khan slammed 111 (162b, 10x4, 2x6) for DY Patil Sports Academy against Odisha on Day Three of their Dr (Capt) K Thimmappiah Memorial Tournament match at the SJCE in Mysuru on Monday.
Brief Scores: DY Patil SA 262 & 308-9 (Ayaz Khan 111, Harsh Rane 37, Abdul Samad 33, Pranav Kela 31) vs Odisha 283.
On Tuesday, Mumbai drew their match against KSCA Secretary's XI at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, but conceded the first innings lead.
Powered by fine centuries by Jasper EJ (167, 292b, 24x4) and Luvnith Sisodia (187, 262b, 20x4, 6x6), KSCA Secretary's XI replied to Mumbai's 440 with a mammoth total of 531.
Brief Scores: Mumbai 440 (Jay Bista 109, Siddhesh Lad 95, Suryansh Shedge 94, Hardik Tamore 44; Shikhar Shetty 5-111, Abhilash 3-97; Extras 42) & 290-8 (Suryansh Shedge 71, Shashank Attarde not out 47, Atharva Ankolekar 31; Abhilash 3-65) vs KSCA Secretary's XI 531 (Luvnith Sisodia 187, Jasper EJ 167, Vishant Onat 82; Mohd Junaid Khan 3-89, Atharva Ankolekar 3-98) & 100-1 (Vishal Onat not out 51).
Rahane cuts short county stint for Irani Cup
Meanwhile, TOI has learnt that Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane has cut short his stint with Leicestershire, deciding to miss the final two games of the County Championship to prepare himself for the Irani Cup. On Monday, both Leicestershire CCC and Rahane informed on social media that the former India captain's 2024 county season had ended. Leicestershire CCC posted, "Thank you, Aninkya. @ajinkyarahane88 will miss the final two games of the 2024 season following an assessment on a couple of niggles by the Club’s medical department. It's been a pleasure having you as a Fox, Jinks." Rahane posted: "Had a fantastic time in England with Leicestershire. Taking back wonderful memories , and some valuable learnings. Immense thanks to the fans for their incredible support throughout the journey. Now time to prepare for home season."
Ayaz Khan scores ton
Mumbai batter Ayaz Khan slammed 111 (162b, 10x4, 2x6) for DY Patil Sports Academy against Odisha on Day Three of their Dr (Capt) K Thimmappiah Memorial Tournament match at the SJCE in Mysuru on Monday.
Brief Scores: DY Patil SA 262 & 308-9 (Ayaz Khan 111, Harsh Rane 37, Abdul Samad 33, Pranav Kela 31) vs Odisha 283.
