Punjab vs Saurashtra, Vijay Hazare Trophy, 2nd Semifinal: Saurashtra will face Vidarbha in the Vijay Hazare Trophy final on Sunday. Vishvaraj Jadeja smashed an unbeaten 161-run knock while Harvik Desai (64) and Prerak Mankad (52) scored a fifty each as Saurashtra put up a dominating batting display to chase down 292 in the 40th over. Earlier, Punjab posted 291 with Anmolpreet Singh scoring his second hundred of the tournament. Prabhsimran Singh was dismissed for 87 but with consecutive wickets in the 36th over, Saurashtra turned things around.
Vijay Hazare Trophy 2nd semi-final, Punjab vs Saurashtra
- Match: Punjab vs Saurashtra, 2nd Semi-final
- Date: January 16, 2026
- Venue: BCCI’s Centre of Excellence Ground 1, Bengaluru
- Time: 1:30 PM IST
- Toss: Saurashtra opted to bowl
- First innings: Punjab 291 all out (50 overs)
- Live Streaming Info: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network
- Captains: Prabhsimran Singh (Punjab), Harvik Desai (Saurashtra)
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Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: Saurashtra in final
16/01/2026 21:11
Saurashtra have set up a summit clash with Vidarbha in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026 final. They beat Punjab by 9 wickets in a dominant batting show. Vishvaraj Jadeja led the charge, scoring an unbeaten 165-run knock. With captain Harvik Desai, he added a 172-run opening stand in a 292-run chase. After Desai was dismissed, Prerak Mankad added an unbeaten 121-run stand with Jadeja to finish things off in the 40th over.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: 150 for Jadeja
16/01/2026 20:55
Vishvaraj Jadeja brings up 150 off 115 balls, maintaining a 130 strike rate throughout. Saurashtra need now 28.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: Saurashtra need 36 to win
16/01/2026 20:49
Vishvaraj Jadeja is approaching 150 and Saurashtra need just 36 runs to win with 9 wickets in hand. The partnership between Jadeja and Prerak Mankad is worth 86.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: Saurashtra need 54 to win
16/01/2026 20:36
Punjab have been effectively eliminated with Saurashtra needing just 54 runs to win. Vishvaraj Jadeja is still on the crease with Prerak Mankad also showing his form.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: DROPPED!
16/01/2026 20:18
How costly would that be? Punjab drop an easy catch as Vishvaraj Jadeja gets a lifeline at 121. That catch could have changed the game but Nehal Wadhera could not hold on to that. Saurashtra 205/1 after 27 overs.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: Halfway through!
16/01/2026 20:09
Saurashtra are 189/1 with 103 runs still to get in the next 25 overs. The run rate is over six at the moment as Saurashtra continue to dominate.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: WICKET!
16/01/2026 20:01
Finally, a breakthrough for Punjab as Saurashtra lose their captain Harvik Desai for 64. With that, the 172-run opening stand is also broken. Desai tried to go aerial over the circle against Gurnoor Brar but hit it directly to Naman Dhir for an easy catch.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: 100 for Vishvaraj!
16/01/2026 19:57
Vishvaraj Jadeja completes his century off just 74 deliveries. He has dominated Punjab bowling attack. This is his third century of the campaign.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: 150-run stand
16/01/2026 19:44
Harvik Desai and Vishvaraj Jadeja bring up 150-run stand. Jadeja is on 84 and is inching closer to a century while Desai has already brought up his fifty. Saurashtra are dominating this chase.
A fantastic 100-run stand so far for the opening wicket between Vishvaraj Jadeja and captain Harvik Desai 🤝
— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) January 16, 2026
They have provided Saurashtra an aggressive start 🔥
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Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: 50 for Desai
16/01/2026 19:28
Harvik Desai continues his great run of form. After a century in the last match, Desai hit a fifty in the Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinal. He gets to that mark off 51 deliveries.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: 15 overs gone
16/01/2026 19:20
Saurashtra are in full control as they post 116/0 with 176 runs still to get in the next 35 overs. After Jadeja, Harvik Desai is also closing in on his fifty.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: Century stand
16/01/2026 19:09
This is the third century partnership between Harvik Desai and Vishvaraj Jadeja in this Vijay Hazare Trophy.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: 50 for Jadeja!
16/01/2026 19:02
Vishvaraj Jadeja has smashed a 29-ball fifty. This is his third fifty+ score of this season as Saurashtra post 92/0 in the powerplay.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: Runs keep flowing
16/01/2026 18:57
Saurashtra are in control as the two selectors — Pragyan Ojha and RP Singh — look on from the stands. Harvik and Vishvaraj have already added 82 runs. Vishvaraj is the aggressor as he is batting on 45 off 27 balls.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: 50-run stand
16/01/2026 18:50
Vishvaraj Jadeja and Harvik Desai bring up a fifty-run stand as Saurashtra put early pressure on Punjab in the run-chase.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: Good over for Saurashtra
16/01/2026 18:37
Runs finally keep flowing as Gurnoor goes for 13 runs with Vishvaraj Jadeja smashing him for a six and a four.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals Live: DRS!
16/01/2026 18:28
Punjab have taken the review for an LBW of Harvik Desai. The on-field decision is not out. But the review is wasted as the replays show that the ball was missing the leg stump.
Vijay Hazare Trophy semifinals live: Chase begins
16/01/2026 18:17
Harvik Desai and Vishvaraj Jadeja begin Saurashtra's 292 chase. Saurashtra will begin at 5/0 after Punjab conceded five runs penalty for running on the pitch. Saurashtra need a good start and Desai can offer that as he is the man in form. He hit a century in the last match.
VHT semifinals: 292 to win
16/01/2026 17:46
Saurashtra need 292 runs to reach the VHT Final. Punjab have scored 80 runs in the last 10 overs but will feel they felt some runs in the middle. Ramandeep Singh scored 42 off 38 and was the last wicket to fall.
VHT live: 5-run penalty
16/01/2026 17:39
The umpire has handed a 5-run penalty to Punjab. They were given a warning before for running in the middle of the pitch, and after Sukhdeep Bajwa did the same in the 49th over, the umpire took strict action.
As a result, Ramandeep Singh was denied the strike, and Saurashtra will commence their innings at 5/0 in 0.0 overs.
As a result, Ramandeep Singh was denied the strike, and Saurashtra will commence their innings at 5/0 in 0.0 overs.
That five-run penalty (effectively six) is harsh. Could have been a warning. #VijayHazareTrophy #PUNvSAU
— Hemant Brar (@HemantBrar_) January 16, 2026
VHT live
16/01/2026 17:29
Exceptional knock from Anmolpreet Singh comes to an end. The number three batter started slow but has covered it up with a 100-run knock from 105 balls. After losing Prabhsimran Singh, Naman Dhir and Nehal Wadhera in quick succession, Anmol saved Punjab from a collapse. They might just go past 300 because of him.
That moment when Anmolpreet Singh reached his 💯 👏
— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) January 16, 2026
A fine knock on the big stage, and has crossed 500 this season 👏
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Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Last 20 overs
16/01/2026 15:47
Prabhsimran Singh is on 86 while Anmolpreet is on 40 as Punjab get to 163/1 in 30 overs.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Eyes on ton
16/01/2026 15:38
Prabhsimran Singh missed the opportunity to get to his century in the last match. Now, he has another opportunity to get to the three-digit mark. And he is taking the attack to the Saurashtra bowlers as Punjab bring up 150.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Halfway through
16/01/2026 15:24
Punjab need to accelerate now as both batters are set on the crease. While Prabhsimran is taking the risk, Anmolpreet is anchoring from the other end. After 25 overs, Punjab are 138/1.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: 50 for Prabhsimran
16/01/2026 15:15
Prabhsimran Singh brings up his half-century off 56 balls. This is Prabhsimran's fifth half-century in this Vijay Hazare Trophy.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: 100-up
16/01/2026 15:09
Punjab have brought up their 100 in the 20th over with Prabhsimran smashing a boundary in the long-on. And for the first time, Saurashtra have brought in spinners.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Finally a boundary!
16/01/2026 14:53
Finally, Punjab have hit a boundary after a gap of 41 balls. Anmolpreet releases some pressure with a pull shot against Chirag Jani. Jani needs to bowl at right areas with his gentle pace, or else he will be taken for a monty. Prabhsimran moves to the 30s, while Anmolpreet's innings might kick on from here.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Testing spell
16/01/2026 14:41
A testing spell here by Saurashtra pacers. Chirag Jani has continued with the pressure and is doing his bit. Ankur Panwar, who has been simply magnificent throughout the season is bowling challenging lines. He has the speed. Anmolpreet Singh has runs behind him. An interesting period in the game.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: WICKET!
16/01/2026 14:31
And the change in bowling attack has also given Saurashtra wicket. Harnoor Singh is run-out. Chirag Jani's direct hit gave Harnoor no chance after answering a call from Prabhsimran. Anmolpreet Singh is the new batter in.
Athleticism & Accuracy 🎯
— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) January 16, 2026
Chirag Jani does it all by himself as he pulls off a brilliant run out off his own bowling to break the 60-run opening stand between Prabhsimran Singh & Harnoor Singh 💪
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Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Change in bowling
16/01/2026 14:31
With no wickets to show for, Saurashtra have brought in Chirag Jani to the attack, replacing Chetan Sakariya. Saurashtra need a wicket.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: DROPPED!
16/01/2026 14:16
Prerak Mankad has given Prabhsimran Singh a lifeline. It wasn't an easy chance as Prabhsimran tried to go over the square, but Prerak almost pulled off a stunning catch, only for the ball to slip out of his hands. Punjab are 55/0 after 10 overs.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: 50-run stand
16/01/2026 14:16
Prabhsimran Singh hammers Ankur Panwar for a six to bring up a 50-run opening stand. Punjab are on the attack now.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Runs keep flowing
16/01/2026 14:12
After Prabhsimran Singh, Harnoon has also broken the shackles and they are targeting Chetan Sakariya on the loose deliveries. Harnoor hits three boundaries in Chetan's fourth over.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Prabhsimran takes charge
16/01/2026 13:58
Two consecutive boundaries for Prabhsimran Singh as he breaks the shackles. The firts one was aerial and then the second one went through the leg side for a four.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: 5 overs gone!
16/01/2026 13:55
Not a lot to write home about for Punjab as they have scored 10 runs in the first five overs. Both Jaydev Unadkat and Chetan Sakariya have bowled economical spells so far.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Almost a catch!
16/01/2026 13:49
Prabhsimran Singh tried to go for a big one against Chetan Sakariya but was almost caught on the boundary line. Had the catch been pulled off, it would have been one of the best one-handed catches ever. But instead, it saved a certain six as the the fielder failed to hold on to that ball.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: First boundary!
16/01/2026 13:45
Harnoor Singh gets Punjab's first boundary as he smashes Jaydev Unadkat for a 4.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Good start by Saurashtra
16/01/2026 13:42
Both left-arm pacers of Saurashtra Jaydev Unadkat and Chetan Sakariya have bowled disciplined lines and they have prevented the Punjab openers from going on the attack. After 2 overs, they have scored just 2 runs.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: The battle for the final spot begins
16/01/2026 13:34
Prabhsimran Singh and Harnoor Singh open the innings for Punjab. They have an attacking batting line-up but they will be up against a strong Saurashtra bowling line-up.
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Saurashtra Playing XI
16/01/2026 13:28
Harvik Desai (c)(wk), Gajjar Sammar, Chirag Jani, Ruchit Ahir, Vishvarajsinh Jadeja, Prerak Mankad, D A Jadeja, Ankur Panwar, Chetan Sakariya, Jaydev Unadkat, Parswaraj Rana
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Playing XIs are in!
16/01/2026 13:20
Punjab playing XI:
Prabhsimran Singh (c)(wk), Harnoor Singh, Anmolpreet Singh, Naman Dhir, Nehal Wadhera, Ramandeep Singh, Sanvir Singh, Krish Bhagat, Sukhdeep Bajwa, Mayank Markande, Gurnoor Brar
Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Toss Update 🪙
16/01/2026 13:13
The news from the centre is that Saurashtra captain Harvik Desai has won the toss and he has chosen to bowl first. A great decision this, considering how much help pacers have received at the BCCI CoE in the powerplay overs.
🚨 Toss 🚨
— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) January 16, 2026
Saurashtra have won the toss and elected to bowl against Punjab in the second semi-final.
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Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Welcome
16/01/2026 13:11
Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the 2nd semi-final between Punjab and Saurashtra. The winner of this match will face Vidarbha in the final on January 18.
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