Maharashtra skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad (145, 16x4, 2x6) led from the front to stage a fightback against Mumbai, but it was not enough as the hosts are on the verge of beating their arch-rivals in the Group ‘A’ Ranji Trophy game at the Mumbai Cricket Association’s Bandra-Kurla Complex ground.

When Mumbai bowled out Maharashtra for 388 in the second essay, they were set a mere 74-run victory target. Openers Prithvi Shaw (7 not out) and Ayush Mhatre (6 not out) ensured Mumbai ended the day with 13-0, needing 61 more runs to win.