Sat Nov 23 20:54:42 UTC 2024: ## Rajasthan Dominates Bihar in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Opener

**Rajkot, Gujarat:** Rajasthan launched their Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024 campaign with a resounding 108-run victory over Bihar at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium C in Rajkot on Saturday. Half-centuries from Abhijeet Tomar (64 off 33 balls) and captain Mahipal Lomror (51* off 32 balls) powered Rajasthan to a massive 224/4 in their allotted 20 overs. Tomar’s explosive innings included five sixes and five fours, while Lomror’s unbeaten knock featured four sixes and two boundaries. Their fifth-wicket partnership of 105 runs with Zubair Ali Khan (49* off 26) further solidified Rajasthan’s dominance.

In response, Bihar’s batting lineup crumbled under pressure, managing only 116/8. Raghuvendra Pratap Singh top-scored for Bihar with 21 runs. Rajasthan’s bowling attack was equally impressive, with Deepak Chahar, Rahul Chahar, and Manav Suthar each claiming two wickets. The spin duo of Rahul Chahar (2/14) and Suthar (2/12) were particularly effective in stifling Bihar’s chase.

Rajasthan’s opening partnership between Tomar and Bharat Sharma (27 off 10) provided a blistering start, accumulating 50 runs in just four overs. While Sharma’s departure briefly stalled their momentum, Tomar’s continued assault ensured Rajasthan dominated the powerplay, reaching 81/2.

The victory sets Rajasthan up nicely for their next match against Mizoram on Monday, November 25th, at the same venue.

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