Vijay Hazare Trophy: Vishvaraj Jadeja’s 165 Powers Saurashtra to Final; Crushes Punjab by 9 Wickets
Breaking News: Saurashtra has stormed into the finals of the Vijay Hazare Trophy with a dominant performance, decimating Punjab by 9 wickets in the semi-final clash held at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
The architect of this historic victory was Vishvaraj Jadeja, who played a knock for the ages. His unbeaten 165 runs* made a mockery of Punjab’s bowling attack and ensured Saurashtra chased down the target of 292 with ease.
Saurashtra is now just one step away from lifting their third Vijay Hazare Trophy title. They will face Vidarbha in the grand finale on Sunday.
Punjab’s Strong Start & Middle Order Collapse
After losing the toss and being put in to bat, Punjab started strongly. Openers Prabhsimran Singh (87) and Anmolpreet Singh (100) laid a solid foundation.
Along with Harnoor Singh, the top three batters amassed 220 runs, setting the stage for a massive total of 330-340. However, the recurring issue of Punjab’s middle-order fragility surfaced again.
Once the top order was dismissed, the remaining 8 batters could only add 52 runs. Saurashtra’s bowlers clawed their way back, restricting Punjab to 291 runs in 50 overs.
Sakariya & Unadkat Lead the Attack
While Punjab’s openers were firing, Saurashtra’s captain Jaydev Unadkat bowled a disciplined spell, conceding just 39 runs in his 10 overs. This pressure paid dividends at the other end.
Left-arm pacer Chetan Sakariya was the pick of the bowlers, claiming 4 crucial wickets. All-rounder Chirag Jani chipped in with 2 wickets and a vital run-out, triggering Punjab’s collapse in the death overs.
The Vishvaraj Show: 165 off 134 Balls*
Chasing 292 in a knockout game is never easy, but Vishvaraj Jadeja made it look like a walk in the park. Playing the innings of his life, he smashed an unbeaten 165 runs.
- Strike Rate: He reached his century in just 74 balls, displaying aggressive intent from the word go.
- Domination: His innings was studded with boundaries, leaving Punjab bowlers clueless.
Partnerships Seal the Deal
Vishvaraj was ably supported by his partners.
- Opening Stand: He shared a massive 172-run partnership in just 23 overs with wicketkeeper-batter Harvik Desai (64).
- Finishing Touch: After Desai’s dismissal, Prerak Mankad (52)* joined Vishvaraj. The duo stitched an unbroken 127-run stand to take the team home.
Saurashtra chased down the target in just 39.3 overs, losing only 1 wicket.
Match Summary: Saurashtra vs Punjab
| Player / Team | Performance |
| Vishvaraj Jadeja (SAU) | 165 Runs* (Career Best List-A Score) |
| Anmolpreet Singh (PUN) | 100 Runs |
| Chetan Sakariya (SAU) | 4 Wickets |
| Harvik Desai (SAU) | 64 Runs |
| Punjab Score | 291/10 (50 Overs) |
| Saurashtra Score | 292/1 (39.3 Overs) |
| Result | Saurashtra Won by 9 Wickets |
Records Tumble
This victory marks one of the most comprehensive run-chases in the history of the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Saurashtra chased down a 290+ target with 9 wickets and 10.3 overs to spare, a testament to their batting prowess.
Final Showdown: Saurashtra vs Vidarbha
All eyes are now on the final this Sunday. Saurashtra, a two-time champion, will look to add a third trophy to their cabinet. Standing in their way is a formidable Vidarbha side.
With Vishvaraj Jadeja in red-hot form and the bowling unit led by Unadkat firing on all cylinders, Saurashtra enters the final as a strong contender.
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