Kerala's Saxena Shines in Stunning Ranji Victory

Kerala's Jalaj Saxena took six wickets to secure a comprehensive innings and 117 runs victory over Uttar Pradesh, boosting Kerala's chances for a knockout berth in the Ranji Trophy. The Kerala Cricket Association apologized for a leaky dressing room amid adverse weather delays. Bengal and Karnataka played out a draw.

Veteran spinner Jalaj Saxena showcased a brilliant performance by taking six wickets, helping Kerala crush Uttar Pradesh by an innings and 117 runs in the Ranji Trophy. This dominant victory has placed Kerala second in Group C with 15 points, trailing only Haryana.

Amid heavy rain interruptions, Kerala swiftly dismissed Uttar Pradesh's batsmen, who resumed at 66 for two, ending their innings at 116 on the final day. The Kerala Cricket Association issued an apology for the leaky dressing room, promising future infrastructure improvements.

Meanwhile, Bengal and Karnataka's match resulted in a draw. Bengal moved up the points table due to a first innings lead, sharing the honours with Karnataka, as both teams prepare for upcoming fixtures in the tournament.

(With inputs from agencies.)