New Delhi, Nov. 16 -- Ranji Trophy 2025-26, Round 5, Day 1, produced strong individual performances and set up intriguing contests across various venues.

In Kalyani, senior India pacer Mohammed Shami made an impact by picking up 2/62 for Bengal. Assam struggled to stitch together partnerships and ended the day at 194/8, with Bengal firmly in command.

In Hubbali, Karnataka rode on fine knocks from Karun Nair and R. Samarth. Nair missed a century by five runs, falling for 95, while Samarth remained unbeaten on a solid 110. Karnataka closed the day at 294/5 against Chandigarh.

At New Chandigarh, Prithvi Shaw scored a fluent 74 for Maharashtra, complementing a brilliant century from his opening partner Arshin Kulkarni, who struck 133. Maha...