Wed Nov 06 12:22:01 UTC 2024: ## Iyer Blasts Century as Mumbai Dominate Odisha in Ranji Trophy

**Mumbai, India:** Shreyas Iyer continued his stellar form in the Ranji Trophy, smashing an unbeaten 152 to propel Mumbai to a commanding 385/3 against Odisha on the opening day of their Elite Group A clash.

Iyer, who scored a century in his previous Ranji Trophy appearance, found a reliable partner in Siddhesh Lad, who notched up 116 not out. The duo put on a formidable 231-run stand for the fourth wicket, tearing into the Odisha bowling attack.

Earlier, Mumbai’s innings got off to a shaky start as Biplab Samantaray dismissed Angkrish Raghuvanshi (92) and skipper Ajinkya Rahane for a duck. However, Iyer and Lad’s partnership ensured a strong finish for Mumbai, leaving them in a dominant position.

In other Group A matches, Services reached 239/4 against Maharashtra on a batting-friendly pitch at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. Openers Suraj Vashisht (79) and Shubham Rohilla (67) laid a solid foundation, while Ravi Chauhan’s 59 added further momentum.

Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir dominated Meghalaya, bowling them out for a paltry 73 runs in Shillong. Auqib Nabi and Abid Mushtaq were the stars of the show, taking five wickets each. Jammu and Kashmir, in reply, reached 125/6, taking a 52-run lead.

The match between Baroda and Tripura was hampered by rain, with only 51 overs bowled. Baroda, led by Atit Sheth’s unbeaten 74, reached 157/4 at the close of play.

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