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South Zone has announced their squad for the Duleep Trophy final against Central Zone, led by Mohammed Azharuddeen and Ricky Bhui. Andrew Siddarth and Smaran Ravichandran replace Jagadeesan and Padikkal, who are now with India A. South Zone aims to maintain their momentum, relying on Azharuddeen and Bhui to lead the batting against a strong Central Zone.

Narayan Jagadeesan's near double century helps South Zone build a huge total against North Zone in the Duleep Trophy semifinals. The day saw strong batting performances and a tight contest as Central Zone began their reply to West Zone's big score.

Narayan Jagadeesan scored a sensational century on Day 1 of the first Duleep Trophy semi-final, scoring an unbeaten 148* (260) for South Zone against North Zone.