Shri Shiv Chatrapati Caritr 1.19.5

1.19.5

Then Vyankaji Raje, learning (the news) that Hambir Rav with the army and Raghunath Narayan had been stationed in the Karnatak, mustered his own forces and those of the Palegars and marched against Hambir Rav. At that time, Vyankaji Raje had innumerable cavalry, infantry and militia, four times as strong as those under Hambir Rav. Then a battle between Vyankaji Raje and Hambir Rav took place. But the influence of the Raje's (Sivaji's) virtue was more potent, and (his) fortune was (still) in the ascendant; Hambir Rav routed Vyankaji Raje's army. A great battle was fought. Many fell in fighting. And four thousand of Vyankaji Raje's horses were taken. And elephants, jewels, minor chiefs, Bhimji Raje and Pratapji Raje besides other men of note were captured. Such a victory was won. Fame was won. And the captured officers were released with robes of honour. Then Raghunath Pant and Hambir Rav marched towards Tanjore. Then Vyankaji Raje was prepared to restore friendship through the mediation of some courtiers. Then Raghunath Pant and Hambir Rav sent a messenger with letters to the Raje. Then the Raje on being apprised of the news, sent a reply to them (two), — "Vyankaji Raje is my younger brother. He has acted like a child. But still he is my brother, protect him. Do not ruin his kingdom." When such an answer came, the two concluded peace with Vyankaji Raje. And they took immense money [ indemnity ]. Then Raghunath Pant dismissed Hambir Rav with the army, and sent them to the Raje.