Rajasthan established a commanding position on the first day of their Elite Group-D Ranji Trophy match against Tamil Nadu at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday. Led by an unbeaten 103 from Karan Lamba, the hosts finished the day at 289 for four after 85 overs. Lamba, returning to the squad after a two-year absence, anchored the innings with a display of aggressive batting that included 11 boundaries and a six.
The day was also highlighted by the performance of debutant Rohan Rajbhar, who played a composed knock of 95 runs off 220 balls. Rajbhar provided stability at the top, sharing a 104-run partnership with Sumit Godara—who was included in the side as a late replacement following an injury to Mukul Choudhary—and a 125-run stand with Lamba. Rajbhar’s resilient innings eventually came to an end when he was caught behind off the bowling of P. Saravana Kumar.
Tamil Nadu’s 37-year-old pacer, P. Saravana Kumar, emerged as the most successful bowler of the day, recording figures of three for 52. He dismissed Sachin Yadav, Rajbhar, and Godara to keep his side in contention. However, the visitors faced a potential injury concern when all-rounder Sonu Yadav left the field after sustaining an issue while attempting to stop a shot at backward point.
As the match heads into the second day, Rajasthan remains in a strong spot, with Mahipal Lomror accompanying Lamba at the crease. The hosts will look to further consolidate their lead, while Tamil Nadu will aim to break the partnership early to restrict Rajasthan's first-innings total.
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