Ajay Kukna’s Five-Wicket Haul Gives Rajasthan Command Over Uttarakhand

Match Summary

Rajasthan gained a commanding position against Uttarakhand on Day 2 of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D encounter at the Abhimanyu Cricket Academy Ground in Dehradun. By the close of play, Rajasthan held an overall lead of 117 runs with nine wickets remaining in their second innings.

Bowlers Dominate Day 2

Left-arm spinner Ajay Kukna was the standout performer for Rajasthan, claiming his eighth First-Class five-wicket haul. Kukna finished with impressive figures of 5 for 66 in 30 overs. He received effective support from Mohit Changra (2/25), while Vishal Harsh and Aniket Choudhary chipped in with one wicket each.

A significant milestone was reached by veteran pacer Aniket Choudhary, who recorded his 500th wicket in domestic cricket. The 36-year-old, returning to the lineup, bowled 11 overs to mark his comeback to the tournament.

Uttarakhand Innings

Uttarakhand struggled to build significant partnerships, eventually being dismissed for 194 runs in 72 overs in response to Rajasthan's first-innings total of 272. Top contributors for the hosts included:

• Tejaswi Jaiswal: 45 runs
• Nischal Daga: 26 runs
• Lakshya Raichandani: 26 runs
• Suchith Jagadeesha: 25 runs

Current Status

At stumps on Day 2, Rajasthan reached 39/1 in their second innings. Sachin Yadav (18*) and Mahipal Lomror (15*) were at the crease, having added an unbeaten 31-run partnership. Mayank Mishra claimed the only wicket to fall for Uttarakhand, removing Rohan Rajbhar.

Match Details

• Competition: Ranji Trophy (Elite Group D)
• Venue: Abhimanyu Cricket Academy Ground, Dehradun
• Status: Completed Day 2; Rajasthan leads by 117 runs.

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