Jharkhand T20: Koylanchal Super Kings, Chota Nagpur Royals register wins on day four
Ranchi, June 14
The Jharkhand T20 Cricket League produced back-to-back thrillers on day four at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, here on Saturday. Koylanchal Super Kings and Chota Nagpur Royals held their nerves in the right moments with close finishes for each team, helping them secure two crucial points each.
In the first match of the day, Koylanchal Super Kings posted 142/3 in 16.4 overs before heavy rain interrupted play. Sharandeep Singh Bhatia anchored the innings with an unbeaten 74 not out off 50 balls, while Robin Minz provided valuable support with a knock of 21. Following the delay, the Ranchi Titans were set a revised DLS target of 82 runs in 7 overs. Despite a resilient chase, the Titans fell agonizingly short by 3 runs, finishing their innings at 78/4. Shrestha (28*) and Satya Setu (28) were the primary contributors to the chase.
Player of the Match Harsh Raj was the standout bowler for the Super Kings, delivering a stellar spell of 3/18 under pressure to restrict the opposition and ensuring a win.
In the second encounter of the day, the Santhal Strikers batted first and posted a competitive 168/8 with Sumit Kumar(60) leasing the batting charge with a solid knock along with Kumar Suraj.
For the Royals, Suprieyo Chakraborty was lethal with the ball, registering brilliant figures of 4/25 in his 4 overs. His spell included a historic hat-trick, the very first of the league along with winning the player of the match award.
Chasing a target of 169, the Chota Nagpur Royals anchored their response on fluent half-centuries from Virat Singh (51) and Avinash Kumar (54). Mohit Kumar's vital cameo of 35 off 26 balls kept the chase on track, allowing the Royals to cross the finish line on the final ball of the match, ending at 172/7 to seal a thrilling 3-wicket win.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Seriously impressed with the local talent on display. Sharandeep Singh Bhatia's 74*, Virat Singh's 51, Avinash Kumar's 54 – these are names we'll be hearing in IPL auctions soon, I'm telling you. Jharkhand cricket is rising. 🙌
Both matches show how critical the middle order is. Titans were cruising but lost wickets at wrong times. And Royals nearly threw it away before Mohit Kumar's cameo saved them. Need better game awareness from batters in pressure situations. But entertaining cricket overall 😊
First time watching Jharkhand T20 and I must say, the competition is genuine. That DLS target of 82 in 7 overs seemed gettable but the bowlers adapted well. Reminds me of the early days of IPL – raw energy, unknown players making a mark. Great tournament for uncovering talents. 👍
Rain interruption made it even more interesting. But honestly, Ranchi Titans should have chased 82 in 7 overs. Shrestha and Satya Setu both getting 28 but not finishing the job – that's a lesson for them. Still, great fightback from Super Kings. Harsh Raj was the difference. 🏏
Those low totals can be tricky. 142 all out in 16.4 overs looks small but in T20 with rain, every run matters. Super Kings' total was just enough. And that hat-trick by Suprieyo Chakrab
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