NEW DELHI: In a determined fightback, Vidarbha, led by Karun Nair (74) and skipper Akshay Wadkar (56 not out), extended Mumbai's wait for a 42nd Ranji Trophy title. Vidarbha reached 248/5 in pursuit of a challenging target of 538 on the fourth day of the final in Mumbai.
Facing an improbable task after being outplayed since the first day, Vidarbha showcased a resilient batting performance to frustrate their hosts. Nair, who joined Vidarbha this season, played a crucial role, facing 220 balls and batting for 287 minutes to keep Mumbai at bay.