North Zone Defends 195, Leaves South Zone Reeling at 40

Day one of the Dalip Trophy 2026 semi‑final delivered drama as the North zone posted 195 before being bundled out. Sunth Sangwan’s early dismissal for 10 set a precarious tone. Kamran Iqbal’s resilient 76, supported by captain Kanhaiya Vadhawan’s 35, helped the side flirt with a competitive total. Meanwhile, South zone’s reply sputtered; the opening pair managed just 34 runs before Rikki Bhui’s cheap dismissal, leaving the visitors at 40 for two wickets after 18 overs. Bowling figures saw Vidwath Kaverappa claim four wickets for 66 runs.