Ranji Trophy: Bengal bowlers strike early; Jaiswal out for duck

Bengal's bowling attack made an immediate impact on Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy, with Shami and Akash Deep claiming early wickets. Prominent batter Jaiswal fell for a duck, while Rahul managed only four runs.

Across the tournament, multiple matches got underway simultaneously. Madhya Pradesh reached 2 for no loss against Jammu & Kashmir, Karnataka struggled at 9 for three against Andhra Pradesh, Mumbai made 17 for one against Chandigarh, and Rajasthan posted 20 for one against Tamil Nadu.

The opening day saw competitive cricket unfold on multiple fronts as teams looked to establish early advantages in their respective fixtures.