Bengal Struggles in Rain-Impacted Match Against Maharashtra
Bengal faces a challenging situation in their Ranji Trophy match against Maharashtra as rain disrupts play and hampers their second innings.
Bengal is struggling at 76 for four in their second innings, needing a draw to secure a point.
Maharashtra leads by 75 runs after scoring 218 in their first innings.
Rain and bad light have significantly affected the match, limiting play to just 28 overs.
In a tense Ranji Trophy Group-C match at Eden Gardens on November 4, 2026, Bengal found itself in a precarious position as rain and bad light disrupted play. With their second innings score at 76 for four, Bengal needed to secure a draw to earn a crucial point and maintain their top position in the group.
The match began with a rain delay, and Maharashtra capitalized on this by adding 11 runs to their overnight total, finishing their first innings at 218, which gave them a 75-run lead over Bengal. However, Bengal's batting lineup faltered in response, struggling to cope with the pressure as they lost four wickets early in their second innings.
Mohammed Shami's impressive bowling performance saw him take four wickets for 37 runs, including the crucial dismissal of Maharashtra's last batsman, Pradeep Dadhe, which ended a frustrating 60-run partnership for the tenth wicket. Despite this, Maharashtra's bowlers, particularly Dadhe and Tanay Sanghavi, continued to apply pressure on Bengal's batting order, leading to early dismissals and leaving Bengal reeling at 25 for three.
Bengal's Ankur Paul and Abishek Porel attempted to stabilize the innings, adding 49 runs together before Paul was caught out. However, with the weather conditions worsening, the match faced further interruptions, leaving Bengal's hopes hanging by a thread as they sought to erase the deficit.
Looking ahead, the final day of the match will be critical for Bengal as they aim to salvage a draw. The weather forecast remains uncertain, which could further impact the match's outcome. Both teams will be keenly aware of the stakes involved, with Bengal needing to navigate the remaining overs carefully to secure at least one point in the tournament.
