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Padmesh Mhatre's 6-Ball Blitz Powers Delhi to Victory Over Chennai in ISPL

Delhi Superheroes secured a 4-wicket win over Chennai Singams in an ISPL Season 3 thriller. The chase of 88 was derailed by Chennai captain Ankur Singh's brilliant spell of 4 wickets for just 4 runs. However, Padmesh Mhatre's unbeaten 25 off only 6 deliveries decisively swung the match back in Delhi's favor. Earlier, Chennai posted 87/7, anchored by Aman Yadav's 32, but Delhi's bowlers kept the total within reach.

Key Points: ISPL: Padmesh Mhatre's 25* off 6 Balls Wins It for Delhi

  • Padmesh Mhatre's match-winning 25* off 6 balls
  • Ankur Singh's sensational 4/4 for Chennai
  • Delhi chases 88 with 9 balls to spare
  • Aman Yadav's 32 anchors Chennai's 87/7
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ISPL Season 3: Padmesh Mhatre's 6-Ball 25* powers Delhi Superheroes to win over Chennai Singams

Delhi Superheroes chase 88 vs Chennai Singams in ISPL Season 3, thanks to Padmesh Mhatre's explosive 25* off 6 balls, overcoming Ankur Singh's 4-wicket haul.

"His innings swung the momentum decisively in Delhi's favour. - ISPL Press Release"

Surat, January 21

Delhi Superheros defeated Chennai Singams by 4 wickets in a high-octane Indian Street Premier League Season 3 encounter at the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium on Tuesday.

In a match defined by extreme individual performances, Delhi chased down the target of 88 in 8.3 overs, overcoming a spectacular bowling collapse triggered by Chennai captain Ankur Singh, as per a press release from ISPL.

Chasing 88 for victory, Delhi Superheros appeared to be cruising before Ankur Singh introduced himself into the attack. The Chennai skipper produced a sensational spell, claiming 4 wickets for just 4 runs in 1.3 overs. Singh dismantled the Delhi middle order, removing Aakash Jangid (18), Vinayak Bhoir (12), and Akash Tarekar (0) in quick succession, reducing the chasing side to a precarious position.

However, the game was effectively decided by a blistering cameo from Delhi's Padmesh Mhatre. Mhatre smashed an unbeaten 25 off just 6 balls, striking at a rate of 416.67. His innings swung the momentum decisively in Delhi's favour. While Singh tightened the screws at one end, his teammate Ashish Pal endured a difficult outing, conceding 40 runs in his 2 overs, which proved to be the difference between the two sides.

Earlier, Chennai Singams posted a competitive total of 87/7 in their allotted 10 overs. Aman Yadav anchored the innings with a steady 32 off 20 balls, hitting one four and two sixes. He received brief support from Sarfraz Khan (10) and Jagannath Sarkar (10), but the Delhi bowlers kept the scoring in check. Sahil Longale (2/20) and Aakash Singh (2/13) were the pick of the bowlers for Delhi, striking at regular intervals to prevent Chennai from accelerating in the death overs.

Despite the late drama and Ankur Singh's heroics, Delhi's aggressive batting in the middle overs ensured they crossed the finish line with 9 balls to spare. Chennai suffered its second straight loss in as many days.

Falcon Risers Hyderabad will lock horns with Srinagar Ke Veer on Wednesday at 8 PM.

Brief scores: Delhi Superheros 88/6 in 8.3 overs (Padmesh Mhatre 25*, Aakash Jangid 18, Ankur Singh 4-4, Anurag Sarshar 1-4) bt Chennai Singams 87/7 in 10 overs (Aman Yadav 32, Sarfraz Khan 10, Aakash Singh 2-13, Sahil Longale 2-20) by 4 wickets.

- ANI

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Priya S
Feel so bad for Ankur Singh. He bowled his heart out with 4 wickets for just 4 runs! But cricket is a team game. Ashish Pal giving away 40 runs in 2 overs completely undid all that hard work. Tough luck for Chennai.
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Vikram M
ISPL is such a great platform for these local talents. Players like Aman Yadav (32 off 20) and Sahil Longale bowling well... they just need more exposure. Hope the BCCI scouts are watching!
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Sarah B
The scorecard tells the whole story - a real rollercoaster! Chennai's total of 87 was decent, but Delhi's chase had everything. Collapse, a magical spell, and then a match-winning cameo. Perfect T10 entertainment.
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Rohit P
As a Delhi fan, this win is sweet! But we can't ignore the middle-order collapse. If not for Mhatre, we would have lost. Need to work on that batting stability before the next game. Jai Delhi!
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Michael C
Respectfully, while Mhatre's innings was brilliant, the article focuses a lot on individual performances. The real story is the team effort from Delhi's bowlers first restricting Chennai to 87. Aakash Singh's 2/13 was crucial.
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Kavya N

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