Goa Tightens Grip on Uttar Pradesh, Nears Victory in Cooch Behar Trophy Clash

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk

Goa asserted firm control over Uttar Pradesh on the second day of the Cooch Behar Trophy Elite U-19 four-day match at the GCA Ground in Sanguem, positioning themselves strongly for an outright victory. After bowling out Uttar Pradesh for a modest 125 in the first innings, Goa responded with an impressive 289 in 102.5 overs, securing a commanding 164-run lead. Sai Rajesh Naik played a crucial role with a composed 65 off 138 balls, while captain Yash Kasvankar added a valuable 61. Their efforts were supported by significant contributions from Aditya Kota with 48, Shantanu Nevagi with 28, Dishank Misquin with 25 and Chigurupati Venkata with 28, helping Goa build a solid advantage. Uttar Pradesh found some resistance through bowlers Ayan Akram and Yash Panwar, who claimed three wickets each, but it wasn’t enough to halt Goa’s momentum.

Facing a massive deficit, Uttar Pradesh faltered early in their second innings. Chigurupati Venkata struck twice, dismissing Shantanu Singh and later Anmol Nusran for 12, while skipper Yash Kasvankar added to the pressure by sending back Bhavya Sharma with a sharp caught-and-bowled effort. With Uttar Pradesh struggling at 54 for 3 in 22 overs at stumps and still trailing by 110 runs, Goa holds complete control of the match. The hosts now appear firmly on course to wrap up an emphatic victory on Day 3, having dominated with both bat and ball and maintaining relentless pressure throughout the contest.