Fri Sep 13 07:47:02 UTC 2024: ## Duleep Trophy Day 1: Ishan Kishan and Shams Mulani Shine as India C and India A Take Control
**Anantapur:** The second round of the Duleep Trophy saw some exciting action on day one, with India C and India A taking control of their respective matches.
**Ishan Kishan’s Century Powers India C to 357/5**
Ishan Kishan made a triumphant return to first-class cricket, smashing a brilliant century for India C against India B. His quickfire 111 runs anchored their innings, with crucial contributions also coming from Baba Indrajith (79) and Ruturaj Gaikwad, who returned after an early injury to provide some crucial runs.
**Shams Mulani’s Heroics Rescue India A from Collapse**
In the other match, India A found themselves in trouble at 93/5 against India D. However, Shams Mulani’s gritty 88 not out, including crucial partnerships with Tanush Kotian and Kumar Kushagra, helped his team recover to a respectable 288/8 at the end of day one.
**A Day of Thrilling Performances**
The first day of the second round witnessed some truly exceptional performances. Ishan Kishan’s century and Shams Mulani’s fighting knock were the highlights of the day, demonstrating their class and setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling second round of the Duleep Trophy.
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