CHENNAI: Riding on opener M Abhirath’s 85, Hyderabad reached 288 for six at stumps on Day 1 of the All India Buchi Babu tournament final against Chhattisgarh in Dindigul on Sunday.

Opting to bat first, Hyderabad got off to a good start with Tanmay Agarwal scoring 32. Abhirath was then joined by Rohith Rayudu who remained unbeaten on 74 (188b, 5x4, 1x6) as the duo put on 87 runs for the third wicket. Wicket-keeper Rahul Radesh contributed 48.