KS Bharat (144), Ricky Bhui (116) and AG Pradeep (100) scored a century each as Andhra took the first innings lead over Baroda and gained three points in their Group B Ranji Trophy cricket match here today.
In reply to Baroda's first innings total of 302, Andhra scored 474 for six declared in their opening essay to take 172-run lead.
At the close of play on the fourth and final day, Baroda were 60 for two in their second innings.
Earlier today, resuming on 328 for three, overnight batsmen -- Bhui and Pradeep -- completed their centuries, besides putting on 120-run stand for the fourth wicket.
Thanks to yesterday's centurion Bharat, Andhra had already crossed the Baroda's first innings total.
For Baroda, Sagar Mangalorkar (2/97) and Ketan Panchal (2/23) chipped in with two wickets each.
Brief scores:
Baroda: 302 & 60/2 (Kedar Devdhar 30 not out).
Andhra: 474 for six decl (KS Bharat 144, Ricky Bhui 116, AG Pradeep 100; Sagar Mangalorkar 2/97, Ketan Panchal 2/23).
