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Ranji Trophy: Rajasthan coach predicted a draw vs TN. 4 days later, he was right

The teams shook hands after tea, with Rajasthan walking away with three points after gaining an 89-run first-innings lead and Tamil Nadu earning one point from the draw.

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 1:58 PM
Ranji Trophy: Rajasthan coach predicted a draw vs TN. 4 days later, he was right
Key Things to Know
  • Rajasthan bowling coach Anup Dave correctly predicted their Ranji Trophy match against Tamil Nadu would end in a draw.
  • Rajasthan scored 363 and 192 for 6 declared, while Tamil Nadu scored 274 and 73 for 0.
  • Rajasthan earned three points for their 89-run first-innings lead, with Tamil Nadu taking one point.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rajasthan bowling coach Anup Dave accurately predicted a draw against Tamil Nadu prior to their Ranji Trophy home opener in Jaipur. Rajasthan secured three points via an 89-run first-innings lead after declaring their second innings at 192 for 6, setting Tamil Nadu a target of 282 runs. The match concluded in a draw after tea on Day 4, with Tamil Nadu reaching 73 without loss.

Mahipal Lomror starred for Rajasthan with 84 runs off 170 balls before being dismissed by Washington Sundar, while Tamil Nadu captain Sai Kishore claimed 3 for 50. Tamil Nadu openers Sai Sudharsan and N Jagadeesan batted through 23 overs to secure a point, surviving two dropped chances off spinner Manav Suthar.

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