Pondicherry defeated Bengal, while Baroda, missing Hardik Pandya, lost to Haryana by nine runs. Yashvardhan Dalal scored an unbeaten 57 off 44 balls, including 6 fours and 1 six, contributing significantly to Baroda’s challenge. The match events highlighted Pondicherry’s strong performance in the ongoing SMAT 2025-26 tournament, and Haryana’s victory over Baroda showcased resilience without their key all-rounder.