Bengal Dominates Andhra, Reaches Ranji Semis

Bengal crushes Andhra by an innings and 90 runs to secure a spot in the Ranji Trophy semifinals. Key performances from Shahbaz Ahmed.

Bengal has reached the Ranji Trophy semifinals after a commanding performance against Andhra, winning by an innings and 90 runs. The match concluded on the final day, with Bengal's bowlers, particularly Shahbaz Ahmed with four wickets, ensuring their victory.

Andhra resumed their second innings needing to avoid an outright defeat. Despite resistance from Nitish Kumar Reddy, who scored 90 runs, and K.S. Raju, Andhra was bowled out for 244. K.S. Bharat did not bat due to injury.

Bengal's captain, Abhimanyu Easwaran, credited the team's collective effort and peak form. This marks Bengal's first semifinal appearance since the 2022-23 season, and they are set to face Jammu and Kashmir at the same venue.

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