Key Points
Bishnoi injured while fielding during critical Ranji Trophy semifinal
Kerala protests Gujarat's concussion substitute
Hemang Patel plays crucial 27-run innings
Mohammed Azharuddeen's 177 powers Kerala's first innings
Bishnoi, who had dismissed Kerala opener Rohan Kunnummal earlier, suffered a blow while attempting to stop a ball at point. As he dived, the ball deflected off his hand and struck his face. He was immediately taken off the field for medical attention and did not return to play.
As Hemang walked in to bat at No. 5 following the dismissal of opener Priyank Panchal, Kerala's spinner Jalaj Saxena was seen in animated discussion with the umpires over the replacement of a spinner with a seamer.
However, with no other realistic options available, Gujarat's decision was upheld, and Hemang played a crucial hand, scoring a composed 27 off 41 balls to help Gujarat stay in the fight for a first-innings lead.
Earlier in the match, Kerala had put up a formidable first-innings total of 457, powered by a spectacular unbeaten 177 from wicketkeeper-batter Mohammed Azharuddeen. His innings provided the backbone to Kerala's innings, ensuring they put up a challenging total for Gujarat.
Gujarat, however, responded strongly. Senior opener Priyank Panchal led the charge with a brilliant 148, stitching together a crucial 131-run opening stand with young batter Aarya Desai.
The concussion rule sparked debate during the recent T20I series between India and England when pacer Harshit Rana was brought in as a substitute for all-rounder Shivam Dube.
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