Overview

• Vidarbha posted a first-innings total of 379, led by Danish Malewar's career-best 153 and Karun Nair's 86 in a 215-run partnership.
• Kerala's bowlers, including MD Nidheesh and Eden Apple Tom, fought back to restrict Vidarbha under 400 after early struggles.
• Kerala began their reply with a shaky start at 14/2 but recovered to 131/3 at stumps on Day 2, thanks to Aditya Sarwate's unbeaten 66.
• Day 3 is expected to be pivotal as both teams aim to secure a crucial first-innings lead, with Kerala still trailing by 248 runs.
• This marks Kerala's maiden appearance in a Ranji Trophy final, while Vidarbha seeks to add another title to their recent domestic dominance.