Bengal U-19 in final of Vinoo
Mankad Trophy after 11 years


24th October 2024
A brilliant all-round performance powered Bengal Under-19 team into the final of the Vinoo Mankad Trophy after a thumping 131-run victory over Chhattisgarh in the semifinal clash in Rajkot on Thursday.
Bengal sealed a place in the final of the Vinoo Mankad Trophy after 11 years. Bengal last played the final in 2013. The Sourashish Lahiri-coached side will now take on Gujarat in the summit clash in Rajkot on Saturday.
"It was entirely a team effort. Every member stepped up when it was needed most. I am happy with the victory. Vishal played brilliantly, and Ankit and Ashutosh were superb. The way the team handled the pressure on a crucial semifinal match was outstanding," Lahiri said.
Vishal Bhati, who was awarded the player-of-the-match, smashed 111 off 117 balls, followed by bagging 3 for 22 with the ball.
His opening partner, Ankit Chatterjee, hit a brilliant 92 off 102 balls. Ashutosh Kumar (4-30) was superb with the ball, while Agniswar Das chipped in with a handy 42 runs.
Batting first, Bengal posted a challenging 285/8 in 50 overs. Chasing the target, Chhattisgarh were bundled out for just 154 in 41.2 overs.

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