Rajkot: Riding on an unbeaten century by Eklavya Dwivedi and his fourth wicket unbroken 152-run partnership with Rinku Singh (62), Uttar Pradesh yesterday comprehensively defeated Himachal Pradesh by seven wickets in a Group "D" match of the Vijay Hazare Trophy here.

Batting first at the SCA Stadium in Khandheri after losing the toss, Himachal Pradesh compiled 243 for 8 in 50 overs. Skipper Rishi Dhawan was the top scorer, making an unbeaten 67 off 64 balls with seven hits to the fence.