Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson hit his 11th first-class century, leading India D to a total of 349 runs. Arshdeep Singh’s bowling prowess put India B in a tough spot at 210 for 6, even as Abhimanyu Easwaran scored his second century of the tournament.

Abhimanyu Easwaran has slammed successive centuries in the 2024 Duleep Trophy. After carrying his bat (157*) for India B against India C in the round 2 contest, Easwaran smashed 116 versus India D in the first innings of the round 3 clash at Rural Development Trust Stadium B,

Samson’s innings was a masterclass in counter-attacking cricket, featuring 11 boundaries and three soaring sixes that captivated fans and left bowlers scrambling.

Shashwat Rawat played an array of delightful shots through his epic innings including straight drives, cover drives and even reverse sweeps off the spinners.