Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Ton-up Himateja leaves Andhra with a mountain to climb
Hyderabad's K. Himateja scored a century in the Ranji Trophy match against Andhra, putting his team in a dominant position. Andhra faces a difficult chase of 398 runs after losing early wickets.
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Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Ton-up Himateja leaves Andhra with a mountain to climb center Himateja’s third First Class century put Hyderabad in complete control. K.V.S. Giri K.V.S. Giri https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/6qerl8/article71604723.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/vjkvg-hima%205.JPG K V S Giri Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, 20-10-2026: Hyderabad's K Himateja plays a shot during the 3rd day of the Ranji Trophy match between Hyderabad vs Andhra at the ACA Stadium in Mulapadu. Photo Giri KVS/ The Hindu The southpaw helps Hyderabad declare its second innings at 306 for seven; Andhra, chasing a mammoth 398, has already lost two wickets for seven runs Vijayawada When a player of Tillakaratne Dilshan’s stature calls your technique and talent special, the weight of it follows you onto the field. K. Himateja carried it to Mulapadu on Tuesday and set it down gently on the scoreboard with his third First Class hundred in Hyderabad’s Ranji Trophy clash with Andhra at the ACA Stadium.
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