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Ranji Trophy: Rasheed, Bhui's Centuries Help Andhra Beat Vidarbha By 8 Wickets

By IANS News January 25, 2026 • 15:46 PM View: 105

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Andhra climbed to the top of Elite Group A points table in the 2025/26 Ranji Trophy after beating Vidarbha by eight wickets on day four’s play at the Anantapur Cricket Ground on Sunday.

Chasing 259, Shaik Rasheed struck an unbeaten 132, studded with 20 boundaries, to steer the hosts home. Captain Ricky Bhui added 64 not out, while K.S. Bharat chipped in with 43.

Resuming from 93/1, Andhra capitalised on benign morning conditions. Though Bharat fell to Nachiket Bhute after pulling to deep fine leg, Rasheed and Bhui combined for a brisk 145-run stand off 163 balls that erased any hopes of a Vidarbha fightback.