Vidarbha vs Maharashtra Live Score, Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 (Vidarbha Cricket Team vs Maharashtra Cricket Team): Hello and welcome to our coverage of the second semi-final clash between Vidarbha and Maharashtra taking place at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara on Thursday.
Maharashtra have won the toss and opted to field.
We’re in for a cracker of a fixture with two of the best-performing teams coming in to contest for a spot in the final where they would meet Karnataka. Vidarbha will be banking on Karun Nair who has been in outstanding form of late and should he continue this run, a comeback to international cricket could also be on the cards.
For Maharashtra, it is Siddesh Veer who has been their most prolific batter in this tournament. Interestingly, Ruturaj Gaikwad has also decided to don the gloves as he is set to be the side’s wicketkeeper for the game.
As per AccuWeather, expect warm and sunny conditions throughout the day and clear skies as the sun sets.
Vidarbha Playing XI: Dhruv Shorey, Yash Rathod, Karun Nair(c), Apoorv Wankhade, Jitesh Sharma(w), Shubham Dubey, Harsh Dubey, Nachiket Bhute, Parth Rekhade, Yash Thakur, Darshan Nalkande
Maharashtra Playing XI: Ruturaj Gaikwad(w/c), Arshin Kulkarni, Siddhesh Veer, Ankit Bawne, Rahul Tripathi, Azim Kazi, Nikhil Naik, Satyajeet Bachhav, Mukesh Choudhary, Rajneesh Gurbani, Pradeep Dadhe
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1.5 – No run, played towards covers.
1.3 – EDGED, FOUR! An absolute beauty from Mukesh!
1.2 – A bit too straight, on the pads, on a good length, Yash Rathod glances it down to deep fine leg for a single to get off the mark.
1.1 – Gets a good away shape from over the wicket, on off, on a nagging length, Yash Rathod punches it along the ground to point.
Who will bowl from the other end? It will be the left-arm seamer Mukesh Choudhary.
0.6 – FOUR! Class written all over it! Vidarbha are up and running with three boundaries in the first over. This is on a back of a length, around off, Dhruv Shorey lets the ball come to him and presents a high elbow to punch it between cover and point for yet another boundary.
Batsman_1 : Dhruv Shorey 12(6)
Batsman_2 : Yash Rathod 0(0)
Bowler : Rajneesh Gurbani 0/12(1)
Over : 1
Run : 12
Wicket : 0
Score : 12/0
0.5 – Outside off and the length is pulled back a bit, Dhruv Shorey lets it be.
0.4 – FOUR! Lovely shot! Full and attacking the stumps, Dhruv Shorey presses forward and shows the full face of the bat. Stays still at the point of impact and eases the drive to the left of mid on for four more runs.
0.3 – Angling into the right-hander again, on a length, Dhruv Shorey clips it neatly but this time, he picks out the man at mid-wicket.
0.2 – FOUR! Dhruv Shorey and Vidarbha are underway! Sliding onto the pads, on a length, Dhruv Shorey is quick to get his front pad out of the way and lets his wrists take over. Whips it past mid-wicket for the first boundary of the game.
We are all set for the second semifinal to commence. Ruturaj Gaikwad leads his troops out to the centre. It will be Dhruv Shorey and Yash Rathod to open the innings for Vidarbha. Rajneesh Gurbani will start with the new ball for Maharashtra. A slip in place. Here we go!
0.1 – Starts from over the wicket, on a nagging length, around off, Dhruv Shorey hangs back and dabs it down on the off side.
PITCH REPORT – Vijay Dahiya and Salil Ankola are near the deck. Vijay informs that pitch number 4 will be used for this game. Further says that the last game on this wicket saw Maharashtra win after scoring 275 while batting first. Salil mentions that this is a drier deck with a few cracks. Adds that there was no dew last night during the first semifinal.
The skipper of Vidarbha, Karun Nair says that they were also looking to bowl first as they have done well while chasing. Adds that a lot of people have stood up, be it with the bat or the ball for the team. Mentions that everyone has performed well and that’s how you win games and tournaments. Concludes by informing that Parth Rekhade comes in place of Yash Kadam.
Ruturaj Gaikwad, the captain of Maharashtra, says that they will bowl first. Mentions that the other day the ball came onto the bat nicely under lights which is why they want to bowl first. Feels that chasing under lights has its own challenges but they are up for it. Informs that they are going unchanged for this game.
Vidarbha (Playing XI) – Dhruv Shorey, Yash Rathod, Karun Nair (C), Jitesh Sharma (WK), Apoorv Wankhade, Shubham Dubey, Parth Rekhade (In for Yash Kadam), Yash Thakur, Darshan Nalkande, Harsh Dubey, Nachiket Bhute.
Maharashtra (Unchanged Playing XI) – Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Arshin Kulkarni, Siddhesh Veer, Ankit Bawne, Rahul Tripathi, Azim Kazi, Nikhil Naik (WK), Satyajeet Bachhav, Mukesh Choudhary, Rajneesh Gurbani, Pradeep Dadhe.
TOSS – Maharashtra have won the toss and they will BOWL first.
On the other hand, Maharashtra, led by the dynamic Ruturaj Gaikwad, have been nothing short of impressive in the tournament. Their balanced team has seen a mix of young talent and experienced heads, coming together to create a potent force. Gaikwad has had a quiet tournament by his standards, but Siddhesh Veer has more than made up for it in the top order. Their seam attack, featuring Mukesh Choudhary, Rajneesh Gurbani, and Pradeep Dadhe, has been a major factor in their successful run.
Both teams are brimming with confidence, and with a place in the final on the line, it promises to be an action-packed contest at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. Stay tuned for a game full of intensity, drama, and plenty of cricketing flair. Toss and team news coming up shortly.
Vidarbha have been in sensational form throughout the tournament, with their players stepping up when it matters the most. Seasoned campaigner and captain of the side, Karun Nair, has been on a dream run, scoring four centuries in consecutive innings. Harsh Dubey and Nachiket Bhute have been the key figures for them with the ball, playing crucial roles in their team’s success.
Hello and welcome to the much-anticipated second semi-final of the 2024–25 Vijay Hazare Trophy, where Vidarbha take on Maharashtra for a spot in the final. On Wednesday, four-time champions Karnataka prevailed in the first semi-final, ending Haryana’s title defence. Vidarbha, who have never reached a final in the tournament’s history, will look to make history today. For Maharashtra, it would be only the second time they reach the summit clash if they emerge victorious.
The Vijay Hazare Trophy has reached its penultimate stage, with excitement peaking as the top four teams gear up for the semifinals. The second semifinal at the Kotami Stadium in Vadadora promises to be an enthralling contest, featuring two consistently dominant sides – Vidarbha and Maharashtra, battling for a coveted spot in the grand finale. Vidarbha has been an unstoppable force this season, maintaining an unbeaten streak and cruising into the semifinals with a commanding victory over Rajasthan in the quarterfinals. Their strength lies in their formidable top order, with Karun Nair and Dhruv Shorey leading the charge. These two stalwarts have consistently produced match-winning performances, often sealing games with big individual scores. While their batting has been the backbone of their success, Vidarbha’s bowling unit has complemented it beautifully. Yash Thakur, Harsh Dubey and Darshan Nalkande have been relentless, often working as a cohesive unit to dismantle opposition lineups. With a balanced and in-form squad, Vidarbha is undeniably a team to watch out for. Maharashtra, on the other hand, has had a stellar campaign as well, with just one blemish, in a late group-stage loss just before the quarterfinals. However, they quickly bounced back, dominating Punjab to secure their semifinal spot. Siddhesh Veer has been the linchpin of their batting lineup, delivering consistently with the bat. The team, however, will need a collective effort to challenge Vidarbha’s all-round brilliance. On the bowling front, Mukesh Choudhary and Pradeep Dadhe have been reliable wicket-takers, and their performances will be key to stopping Vidarbha’s power-packed batting unit. Both teams are evenly matched in terms of form and talent, though Vidarbha’s all-round consistency gives them a slight edge. Maharashtra will need to bring their A-game to the table, showcasing collective brilliance to tip the scales in their favour. With the stakes high and the trophy in sight, we are in for a cracker of a semifinal!
