Maharashtra takes first innings lead against Bengal in Ranji Trophy match
Tanay Sanghavi scored 57 runs to help Maharashtra reach 207 for nine at Eden Gardens.
Maharashtra secured a 64-run first innings lead against Bengal on Tuesday during their Ranji Trophy Elite Group-C match at Eden Gardens, according to The Hindu.
In response to Bengal's first innings total of 143, Maharashtra reached 207 for nine before bad light ended play on the second day.
No. 8 batter Tanay Sanghavi scored his maiden half-century, finishing on 57 not out from 167 balls, to steer his side out of trouble.
The team struggled at 64 for six after losing mainstay Ankit Bawne to Mohammed Kaif, but Sanghavi anchored the lower order.
Sanghavi shared a 49-run partnership with Pradeep Dadhe, who remained 22 not out, to complete the turnaround for the visitors.
Shahbaz Ahmed was the most successful bowler for Bengal, taking three for 34, while Mohammed Shami claimed three wickets for 36 runs.