Mahesh Pithiya took his 100th First-Class wicket in his 25th match, helping Baroda beat Goa by an innings with a nine-wicket haul. Once labelled an “Ashwin impersonator” after training with Australia, the 24-year-old has built a strong red-ball record through hard work and hopes to establish himself as a contender to succeed R Ashwin. He also aims to help Baroda reach the Ranji Trophy knockouts.