Assam face a steep challenge on the final day of their Ranji Trophy clash against Tripura in Agartala after being forced to follow on. The visitors were bowled out for 238 runs in their first innings, trailing Tripura’s massive 602/7 declared by 364 runs.

At the close of Day 3, Assam struggled at 78/3 in their second innings, still trailing by 286 runs, putting them in a precarious position.

First Innings: Sibsankar Roy Shines for Assam

Resuming from 67/4 overnight, Assam lost an early wicket when S. Ghadigaonkar (3) was dismissed without scoring. However, experienced batter Sibsankar Roy anchored the innings, playing a crucial role in helping Assam post a respectable first-innings total.

Roy built key partnerships despite wickets falling regularly at the other end:

• 41 runs with Mukhtar Hussain (20) for the sixth wicket

• 52 runs with Rituraj Biswas (27) for the seventh wicket

• 59 runs with Ayushman Malakar (24) for the eighth wicket

He remained unbeaten on 84, marking his 21st first-class half-century, scored off 151 balls with eight boundaries and a six.

Among Tripura’s bowlers, Swapnil Singh impressed with figures of 3/29, while A.K. Sarkar (2/37) and Mura Singh (2/33) offered crucial support.

Second Innings: Assam’s Batting Woes Continue

Assam’s second innings started poorly, with early dismissals of Pradyun Saikia (1), Abhishek Thakuri (20), and Swarupam Purkayastha (20). At stumps, the team was 78/3, with Denish Das (20)* and S. Ghadigaonkar (9)* remaining not out.

The task ahead is monumental, as Assam still trails by 286 runs, making a fightback against Tripura a challenging prospect.

Key Highlights: Assam vs Tripura Ranji Trophy 2025

• Assam first innings: 238 all out

• Tripura first innings: 602/7 declared

• Sibsankar Roy: 84 (21st first-class fifty)*

• Key partnerships: 41, 52, and 59 runs in lower order

• Tripura bowling highlights: Swapnil Singh 3/29, A.K. Sarkar 2/37, Mura Singh 2/33

• Assam second innings at close: 78/3, still trailing by 286 runs