Mann hits ton, Punjab in control

Porvorim, October 26
All-rounder Gurkeerat Mann scored a century to capitalise on the platform laid by Jiwanjot Singh and Anmolpreet Singh as Punjab amassed 635 in the first innings of their Ranji Trophy match against Goa here today. Overnight batsmen Jiwanjot and Anmolpreet were dismissed early but Mann ensured Punjab stayed on course for a big total.
While Jiwanjot was dismissed for 238, studded with 30 boundaries and a six, Anmolpreet fell for 113. The duo added 260 runs for the third wicket. With both of them back in the pavilion, Mann took charge, denying any relief to the hapless Goan attack. He struck an aggressive 114, off just 129 balls, with the help of 14 fours and two sixes, and shared a 105-run stand for the sixth wicket with Taruwar Kohli (28).
Shadab Jakati was the pick of the Goan bowlers with figures of 5/165. At stumps, Goa were 94/1 with captain Sagun Kamat batting on 32 and Swapnil Asnodkar unbeaten on 28. Goa trail Punjab by 541 runs with nine wickets in hand.