CHENNAI: Opener’s R Vimal Khumar’s gallant knock of 112 (247b, 8x4) couldn’t prevent Jolly Rovers from conceding a lead of 59 runs to Vijay CC on the second day of the Qualifier 1 of the TNCA First Division Playoffs here on Friday.

Vimal became the first batter this season to reach 1000 runs when he was on nine. He crossed the milestone in his 12th match, comprising four hundreds and four half-centuries. Vijay skipper Pradosh Ranjan Paul was the pick of the bowlers, taking four for 47. Vimal received good support from number 10 batter PS Jaswanth who made 31 as the duo put on 76 runs for the ninth wicket. At close of play, Vijay reached 19 for one, extending its lead to 78.