The left-hander, who struck two hundreds in the game against Vidarbha, failed to convert good starts against Saurashtra and Chhattisgarh in his last two games. A cradle-signaling act was performed to celebrate his century yesterday, five days after his wife delivered a baby girl. "I dedicate this century to my daughter," said Waghmode when asked about his special celebration.

The Baroda opener appreciated Hardik's presence in the dressing room. "We have a very good atmosphere in our dressing room, but his presence made it better. He shared his experiences and he went out and performed with bat and ball," Waghmode said of Hardik, who slammed 73. Mumbai ended the day with 20 for two after losing opener Aditya Tare (8) and nightwatchman Karsh Kothari for a duck.

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Mumbai pacer Shubham Ranjane, who claimed three wickets, insisted the hosts are not under pressure. "I don't think there will be any pressure on us tomorrow. We'll come back strongly and will be positive," said Ranjane.

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