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Prabhsimran Singh's 88 Leads Punjab to 345 in VHT Quarter-Final

Punjab posted a formidable 345 for 6 after being put in to bat by Madhya Pradesh in the Vijay Hazare Trophy quarter-final. Openers Harnoor Singh and skipper Prabhsimran Singh provided a solid 116-run foundation. Anmolpreet Singh scored a fluent 70, while Nehal Wadhera's blistering 56 off 38 balls accelerated the innings in the death overs. This total sets a challenging target for Madhya Pradesh to chase for a spot in the semi-finals.

Key Points: Punjab Sets 346-Run Target in Vijay Hazare Trophy Quarter-Final

  • Prabhsimran Singh scores 88
  • Anmolpreet Singh hits 70
  • Nehal Wadhera's 38-ball 56
  • Opening stand of 116
  • Target of 346 for MP
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Led by Prabhsimran Singh's 88, Punjab batters set 346-run target in VHT quarter-final clash against MP

Prabhsimran Singh scores 88, Anmolpreet Singh 70 as Punjab posts 345/6 against Madhya Pradesh in the VHT 2025-26 quarter-final.

"Wadhera took the attack to the Madhya Pradesh bowlers, smashing a rapid 56 off just 38 balls. - Report"

Bengaluru, January 13

Punjab batters Harnoor Singh, Prabhsimran Singh, Anmolpreet Singh and Nehal Wadhera helped the team set a formidable total in their first innings of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 quarter-final clash against Madhya Pradesh.

After being put in to bat first by MP at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground 1 in Bengaluru, Punjab put a total of 345/6 on the board in their 50 overs.

The opening pair of Harnoor Singh (51 runs off 71 balls) and skipper Prabhsimran Singh (88 runs off 86 balls) provided a clinical start, frustrating the MP bowlers with a century stand. Together, the opening pair added 116 runs.

Harnoor fell to MP's Aryan Pandey (1-39 in 10 overs), but his dismissal only brought more aggression to the crease as coming in at number three, Anmolpreet Singh scored a 62-ball 70 runs.

While Prabhsimran Singh anchored the top order and appeared set for a century, he fell agonisingly short on 88, dismissed by Kuldeep Sen (1-56 in 6 overs).

Despite the loss of the openers, Punjab maintained their momentum through the middle overs. Along with Anmolpreet Singh, Naman Dhir also provided a quick-fire cameo of 23 to keep the scoreboard ticking at a healthy rate of over six runs per over.

The back end of the innings was highlighted by a blistering performance from Nehal Wadhera. Wadhera took the attack to the Madhya Pradesh bowlers, smashing a rapid 56 off just 38 balls. With Anmolpreet, Wadhera added 76 runs off just 50 balls for the fourth wicket.

His aggressive knock ensured that Punjab capitalised on the platform set by the openers, pushing the total past the 250-mark by the 41st over.

As the innings approached its conclusion, Madhya Pradesh managed a few breakthroughs to stem the flow of runs.

However, Punjab's disciplined batting display put them in a commanding position. Moving towards the 300-run mark, Punjab's middle and lower order ensured they posted a target that would require a mammoth chase from Madhya Pradesh to secure a spot in the semi-finals as Ramandeep Singh (24) and Sanvir Singh (13) helped the team reach 345/6 in 50 overs.

MP captain Venkatesh Iyer claimed bowling figures of 2-60 in 7 overs, while Tripuresh Singh registered 2-61 in 10 overs.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a neutral cricket fan, this is fantastic to see. The Vijay Hazare Trophy consistently produces such high-quality cricket. Nehal Wadhera's strike rate of nearly 150 is insane in a 50-over game. Great entertainment!
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Arjun K
Solid team effort. Everyone chipped in. Harnoor gave a steady start, Prabhsimran accelerated, and the middle order finished it with a bang. That's the blueprint for a perfect ODI innings. MP's bowling figures show how much they were taken to the cleaners.
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Priya S
While the batting was brilliant, we should also talk about the ground fielding and bowling from MP. Conceding 345 is a huge task for their batters now. The pressure is entirely on them. Hope they put up a good fight for a thrilling chase!
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Vikram M
Prabhsimran Singh is such a talented player. He should be in the mix for the Indian T20 side. Consistent performances in domestic cricket need to be rewarded. Meanwhile, 346 is a mountain to climb. MP will need a miracle or a Virat Kohli-esque knock from someone.
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Michael C
The depth of batting talent in India is incredible. You have these high-scoring games in domestic tournaments, and most of these players aren't even regulars in the IPL. The system is producing quality cricketers non-stop.
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