Karnataka and Saurashtra Draw Even on Day Two of Ranji Trophy Match

Karnataka and Saurashtra reached a stalemate on the second day of their Ranji Trophy match at Alur Grounds. Karnataka posted a total of 342 runs in their first innings, bolstered by Manvanth Kumar's maiden First Class century, where he scored 135 runs off 214 balls.

Saurashtra began their innings with a solid opening partnership, as Hetvik Kotak and Harvik Desai added 110 runs for the first wicket. However, Karnataka's bowlers made a comeback, reducing Saurashtra to 164 for four at the end of the day, with Arpit Vasavada and Prerak Mankad remaining at the crease.

Karnataka's pacer Vidwath Kaverappa raised concerns regarding his fitness after leaving the field due to a calf issue. The team utilized a successful short-ball strategy, leading to the dismissals of key Saurashtra batsmen.