Andhra captain Hanuma Vihari walked out to bat on Wednesday regardless of a fractured wrist and performed left-handed within the Ranji Trophy quarterfinal towards Madhya Pradesh.

Vihari had been retired harm on Day 1 after being struck by a bouncer from pacer Avesh Khan. He was batting on 16 off 37 balls.

A staff official confirmed that he had suffered a fracture on his left wrist and had been suggested 5 to 6 weeks of relaxation. The official, nonetheless, added that he would bat if the staff wanted it.

Vihari stepped out with the bat and resumed his innings in the course of the morning session on Day 2 with the staff’s complete at 353 for 9 wickets.

He struck two fours after resuming his innings – one off Khan via level and one other off Kumar Kartikeya with a sweep. With the shut of session nearing, Lalith Mohan farmed strike in a bid to forestall Vihari going through hassle.

Vihari added 10 runs to his complete in 18 deliveries as Andhra noticed the out the primary session of Day 2 to finish at 379/9. Lalith was taking part in on 22 off 48 deliveries.