In the process, the duo created a new record, that of highest partnership for any wicket in India's first-class cricket. The previous highest stand for the third wicket was by Sagar Jogiyani and Ravindra Jadeja. Gugale, 25, remained not out on 351 off 521 balls, while the 23-year-old Bawne took 500 balls to score his 258 runs. The Gugale-Bawne stand is also the fourth 500 plus stand ever posted in a Ranji Trophy match. The new format for the current Ranji season includes matches being played an neutral venues around the country.

Source: India Today October 14, 2016 11:12 UTC