Hyderabad Takes Early Lead, Andhra Recovers in Ranji Trophy Match

In the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 match at ACA Stadium in Mulapadu, Hyderabad started strong against Andhra on October 18, 2026. The visitors established an early lead with a century partnership between Tanmay Agarwal and Abhirath Reddy, who effectively managed the pressure and scored quickly.

Hyderabad reached 50 runs in just 14 overs, with a significant portion of their runs coming from boundaries. Abhirath Reddy's performance included a half-century, but the momentum shifted after lunch when Andhra's head coach Gary Stead's adjustments paid off. The home team began taking wickets at regular intervals, with Saurabh Kumar and Lalith Mohan playing key roles in dismantling Hyderabad's batting lineup.

Despite a brief recovery from Hyderabad, Andhra ended the day with the advantage, leaving Hyderabad at 275 all out after 86 overs. At stumps, Andhra had scored 9 runs without losing a wicket, with Hemanth Reddy and Abhishek Reddy at the crease.