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Maharashtra defeats Bengal in Ranji Trophy, drops them to second place

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 9:27 PM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Maharashtra defeats Bengal in Ranji Trophy, drops them to second place

Summary

Maharashtra outplayed Bengal by 10 wickets in a Ranji Trophy match at Eden Gardens on November 5. Bengal, after a disappointing second innings total of 186, fell short after resuming the day with a mere one-run lead. Maharashtra's Prithvi Shaw and Sachin Dhas led the charge in their successful chase, both finishing unbeaten, with Shaw scoring 53 and Dhas 61. This defeat marks the first for Bengal this season, allowing Maharashtra to take the top spot in the standings with 19 points, while Bengal sits second with 18 points.

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By the Numbers

•Maharashtra won by 10 wickets against Bengal.
•Bengal scored 143 and 186 in their innings.
•Maharashtra scored 218 and 114 without loss.
•Prithvi Shaw scored 53 not out; Sachin Dhas scored 61 not out.
•Bengal now stands second in the group with 18 points.

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9:27 PMYahoo Sports — Ranji Trophy: Bengal suffer season’s first loss, slip to second spot

What they're saying

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Maharashtra dominated Bengal in an intense Ranji clash, securing a remarkable win. Bengal's disappointing second innings saw them bowled out for just 186 runs. Meanwhile, Prithvi Shaw and Sachin Dhas showcased exceptional skill, guiding their team to a decisive 10-wicket victory. This loss compounds Bengal's challenges this season, with Maharashtra now overtaking them in the tournament standings, signaling a shift in momentum.
— Yahoo Sports

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