Odisha Faces Uphill Battle in Ranji Trophy Against Jharkhand

In a gripping Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match, Odisha finds itself in a tough spot against Jharkhand, trailing by 410 runs. With only 23 runs on the board at stumps on day three, the team faces a significant challenge to overcome Jharkhand's impressive first-innings total of 433. Key contributions from Jharkhand's Aditya Singh and Robin Minz have set a high bar. As Odisha's openers look to stabilize the innings, the pressure mounts to avoid a substantial first-innings deficit. Will they rise to the occasion?

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 5, 2026, 11:10 IST

Match Overview

Bhubaneswar: In their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C encounter at the KIIT Cricket Stadium, Odisha ended the third day at 23 runs without losing a wicket, still trailing by 410 runs after Jharkhand declared their first innings at a formidable 433 for eight.

At the close of play, openers Swastik Samal and Gourav Choudhury were at the crease with scores of 17 and 6, respectively, facing a challenging task to erase the significant deficit.

Jharkhand's impressive total was anchored by centuries from Aditya Singh and Robin Minz, who both played pivotal roles in the innings.

Aditya crafted a patient 104 runs off 298 balls, hitting nine boundaries, while Minz accelerated the scoring with an explosive 100 not out off just 140 deliveries, including 11 fours and two sixes.

Their partnership was crucial, with Minz's aggressive batting complementing Aditya's steady approach.

Anukul Roy also contributed significantly with a score of 89 runs from 140 balls, featuring seven fours and two sixes.

For Odisha, Rajesh Mohanty emerged as the standout bowler, taking two wickets for 43 runs across 27 overs. Lalit Yadav also claimed two wickets, giving away 86 runs in 29 overs, while Badal Biswal secured one wicket.

Jharkhand resumed their innings at 37 for three on the first day and gradually built their score, reaching 258 for five by the end of the second day before declaring on the third day.

With only five overs batted in their first innings, Odisha's top and middle order must deliver substantial performances to avoid a significant first-innings deficit.