Kartik Sharma hits 63 off 59 as Rajasthan push their lead past 290

63 (59)RAJ 521/8 dHP 83/4HP need 364

Wednesday, 4 November 2026

Match report

Rajasthan vs Himachal Pradesh, Ranji Trophy 2026-27, Round 4, day 3, at Dharamshala. CSK's Kartik Sharma resumed the second innings on 9 not out and made a quick, useful 63 off 59 balls in the first session, before getting out. It was not a very long stay, but it was a good contribution, as Rajasthan had already stretched their lead past 290 by the time he departed. Rajasthan went on to declare at 521/8, and Himachal Pradesh ended day 3 on 83/4 in 29 overs, still needing 364 runs to win. It follows his 9 not out on day 2 and a 9 in the first innings.

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Mon, 2 Nov, 2026

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Tue, 27 Oct, 2026

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Mon, 26 Oct, 2026

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