Defending champions Hyderabad will take on TNCA President’s XI in the final of the All India Buchibabu Invitation Cricket Tournament from September 6 to 9.
In the semifinals, Hyderabad defeated Haryana by 90 runs. Chasing 272, Haryana resumed at 6/2 but collapsed for 181 in 62.4 overs. Skipper Himanshu Rana top-scored with 46. Left-arm spinner Nitin Sai Yadav starred with seven wickets, while Aniketh Reddy added two.
In the other semifinal, Jammu & Kashmir folded for 230, conceding a massive first-innings lead of 337 runs. Left-arm spinner P Vidyuth claimed seven wickets, his second five-wicket haul of the tournament, as TNCA President’s XI sealed their spot in the summit clash.