Ayush Badoni hit the unsurpassed double century for the main proceedings when the quarterfinal finals of the Duleep Trophy wrapped themselves on Sunday 31, and advanced to the semifinals in the relevant accessories against the eastern zone and the northeast zone.
Despite the draw is dominated by the northern zone
The last day at 388 for 2, the northern zone already had a commanding line of 563. They decided the bat throughout the day to ensure the qualifications through their advantage of the first shifts, accumulated an impressive sum. Badoni’s undefeated double set was the highlight of the shifts, while the Opener Ankit Kumar fell just from his own double century with 198, and Nishant Sindho broke up with 68.
East Zone bowling sources have been significantly weakened. Mohammad Shami did not appear The last day and Mukesh Kumar, defending concerns about injuries, was also not unavailable. Without their Frontline Pacers, East Zone tried to retain launching North Zone bats and offered little resistance. The match inevitably drove into a draw, while the northern zone comfortably sealed their semifinals.
The central zone holds firmly against the northeast
In the second quarterfinals of the central zone, it ensured their journey to the last four by maintaining control against the northeast zone. After Central Zone announced its second shift the previous day, it limited its opponent to 200 to 6, with the aim of never realistically within reach.
Northeast Captain Rongsen Jonathan and Wicketkeeper-Bater Anderson showed some struggle with half a century a piece, but chased against the disciplined bowling. Harsh Dubey and Aditya Thakare shared four goals between them to keep the northeast at bay.
It was another forgotten trip for India International Kuldeep Yadav, who finished goals through both shifts. Bowling and combined 32 overs without success, the left shoulder of the wrist will hope for a stronger performance in the semifinals if it retains its place.
After the final finals of the finals, the northern and central zone will become to build on their dominant displays when they stand up to the semifinals next week.
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Published:
Amar Pancker
Published on:
31 August 2025
