The Aravidu Dynasty of Vijayanagara, Vol. I v1.c15.1

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SUMMARY.—1. Project of a league of the Deccani Muhammadans against Vijayanagara.—2. Reconciliation between the Sultans of Bijapur and Ahmadnagar. The Sultans of Golkonda and Bidar join the alliance.—3. Rama Raya's preparations against the Muhammadans.—4. Description of the two armies.—5. Advance positions near the river Krishna.—6. Order of battle in the two camps.—7. First action: Venkatadri's attack against Ali Adil Shah, and Tirumala's against the Sultans of Golkonda and Bidar.—8. Second action: Engagement between Rama Raya and Husain Nizam Shah. Muhammadan retreat.—9. Third action: The last effort of the Muhammadans. Treachery of two Muslim captains of Rama Raya.—10. Capture and execution of the Hindu ruler.—11. Flight of the Hindu army.—12. Plunder of the Hindu camp.