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Ranji Trophy: Shorey, Samarth, Malewar fifties put Vidarbha in pole position

Vidarbha secured a commanding lead in its Ranji Trophy Elite Group-A encounter with Goa at the VCA Jamtha Stadium, following a strong second-day performance. The hosts dismissed Goa for 220 in 93.5 overs, with Nachiket Bhute claiming five wickets and Rajneesh Gurbani taking three to dismantle the visitors' lineup.

In reply, Vidarbha reached 217 for three in 74 overs, driven by half-centuries from R. Samarth (53), Dhruv Shorey (63), and Danish Malewar (51). Shorey and Malewar were still at the crease when play concluded, leaving the team in a favorable position heading into the third day.

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