New Delhi, Nov. 4 -- Services fast bowler Jayant Goyat said red-ball cricket remains the toughest and most important format of the game after his five-wicket haul against Delhi in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match at the Palam Stadium here.

The 21-year-old right-arm fast-medium bowler, who is also serving in the Indian Air Force after being recruited under the Agnipath scheme, picked up five wickets in Delhi's first innings to help Services bowl them out for 344.

Despite his effort, Delhi secured a 78-run first-innings lead. Services responded strongly with the bat, reaching 280/5 at stumps on Day 3, with Mohit Ahlawat scoring a hard-fought 142 and skipper Rajat Paliwal unbeaten on 62. Vineet Dhankhar was also at the crease as Serv...