Jalandhar drub Muktsar

In another match of the day played at Burlton Park, hosts Jalandhar defeated Mukatsar by an innings and 105 runs. After restricting Mukatsar to a paltry total of 81 in their first innings, Jalandhar posted a total of 298 for 5 before restricting Muktsar to 112 in their second innings. Abhishek Gupta was the star of the day for Jalandhar as he smashed a brilliant century off 106 balls. He was ably assisted by Pargat Singh who played a knock of 55 runs while Rahul Vij made 47. Muktsar were bundled out for 112 in their second innings. Pargat Singh claimed five wickets for 16 runs while Gurkirat Singh claimed three wickets for 44 runs.

Brief scores:

Mukatsar: First innings: 81 all out and Second innings : 112 all out in 30 overs (Mahavir 35, Pargat Singh 5 for 16), Jalandhar : First innings : 298 for 5 in 66 overs (Abhishek Gupta 101 no, Pargat Singh 55, Rahul Vij 47).

Lame draw for Ludhiana

The third match of the day between Ludhiana and Patiala ended in a draw as the match could not be completed due to rain. Patiala scored 228 for 3 in their first innings before the match was called off. Jiwanjot played a fluent knock of 81 runs for Patiala while Gauravpreet remained unbeaten on 77.

Brief scores:

Patiala : First innings : 228 for 3 (Jiwanjot 81, Gauravpreet 77 no).