NEW DELHI: Yash Dhull notched up his second century of the season, but Chandigarh's left-arm spinner Nishunk Birla claimed six wickets to restrict Delhi to 276 on day one of their Ranji Trophy group D encounter in Chandigarh on Wednesday.
Chandigarh reached 63 for 1 by close of play, with Shivam Bhambri undefeated on 42.
Dhull, fresh from his century against Tamil Nadu, crafted a brilliant 121 from 190 deliveries, including 21 fours. He formed a substantial partnership of 96 runs with IPL performer Ayush Badoni, who struck three sixes in his quick-fire 49 off 50 balls.
On a turning surface, Nishunk secured figures of 6 for 72, whilst off-spinner Vishu Kashyap captured two wickets despite being hit for several sixes by Badoni.
Delhi's middle order struggled once again, with captain Himmat Singh departing without scoring.
The contentious inclusion of Khsitiz Sharma (2), selected ahead of Jonty Sidhu who had scored a crucial century against Chattisgarh, proved unsuccessful as he displayed poor technique and temperament at this standard.
Shivank Vasisht (31) and Hrithik Shokeen (16) contributed a valuable ninth-wicket partnership of 35 runs, helping Delhi surpass the 275-run threshold.
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