MSSC's inning was mainly revolved around Nikam who sent the rival bowlers on the leather hunt. He was well supported by Mandar Mahale who slammed 90. Vedant Jajoo (47) and Yash Rathod(46) were unlucky as they missed the half centuries.
In the second semi-final at VCA Civil Lines stadium, Navniketan Cricket Club scored 387 losing just two wickets 2 in 80 overs against Indian Gymkhana. Thanks to Aditya Ahuja who was going solid on 196. He require just four runs to achieve the milestone of 200 run. Vedant Dighade (106) was another batter who hogged the limelight. Mohammad Faiz was batting on 56 in the company of Ahuja when the first day play stopped.
Brief Scores Day 1
At VCA’s Kalamna ground
Ministerial Services Sports Club 1st innings 460/8 in 90 overs (Gaurav Nikam 202 not out, Vedant Jajoo 47, Yash Rathod 46, Mandar Mahale 90)
Ruby Colts yet to bat
At VCA Civil Lines stadium
Navniketan CC 1st innings 387/2 in 80 overs (Vedant Dighade 106, Aditya Ahuja 196 batting, Mohd Faiz 56 batting)
Indian Gymkhana yet to bat