Vijay Hazare Trophy Round 5: Key Matches Heat Up Race to Quarterfinals

The race for knockout spots in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 intensified today as the tournament entered its fifth round of group-stage matches. With only the winners of each group guaranteed a direct ticket to the quarter-finals, every match holds significant weight in the battle for progression.

Jammu & Kashmir vs Mizoram: Jammu & Kashmir 162/3 in 30 Overs

In Group D, Jammu & Kashmir set a target of 162/3 in 30 overs against Mizoram. Vivrant Sharma (57) and Shubham Khajuria (60) provided a solid foundation, while Paras Dogra (36) and Abdul Samad (6) remain at the crease, looking to build on the score. The team will aim to set a competitive target in the remaining overs after early dismissals of key batsmen.

Tamil Nadu vs Vidarbha: Tamil Nadu 141/4 in 30 Overs

Tamil Nadu posted 141/4 in 30 overs against Vidarbha. Tushar Raheja’s 75 runs were a highlight, while Baba Indrajith (17) and others fell in quick succession. Vijay Shankar (17) and Andre Siddarth C (5) are currently at the crease, hoping to stabilize the innings and push for a higher total.

Punjab vs Saurashtra: Punjab 306/2 in 34 Overs

In Group C, Punjab dominated the scoreboard with 306/2 in 34 overs. Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 170 and Prabhsimran Singh’s 125 set the stage for a commanding total. The two batsmen were dismissed in quick succession, but Anmolpreet Singh (41) and Nehal Wadhera (24) are at the crease, continuing to build on their team’s formidable total.

Mumbai vs Nagaland: Mumbai 260/2 in 36 Overs

Mumbai posted a solid 260/2 in 36 overs against Nagaland. Angkrish Raghuvanshi (56) and Jay Gokul Bista (28) contributed significantly, while Siddhesh Lad remains unbeaten on 26. Mumbai will aim to finish strong and set a challenging total as the innings progresses.

In addition to the aforementioned matches, several other key fixtures are taking place, including Bengal vs Kerala, Chandigarh vs Uttar Pradesh, and Hyderabad vs Karnataka. The day’s matches are crucial for teams to secure a top finish in their respective groups. The 2024-25 edition of the Vijay Hazare Trophy follows a format where the winners of each of the five groups will directly qualify for the quarter-finals. The best second-placed team across all groups will also earn direct entry, while the remaining second-placed teams will compete in pre-quarterfinals to decide the final two teams for the quarter-finals.

With the group stages entering their final phases, the competition is heating up, and every team is keen to secure their place in the knockout rounds. Fans can follow the live scores and updates as the matches progress, with crucial moments likely to shape the tournament's outcome.