Date: 6th November 2024
Venue: Laxmi Kant Arora Stadium, Noida
The YSCL State League Match held on 6th November 2024 at Laxmi Kant Arora Stadium, Noida, saw the U-19 Indian Hurricanes emerge victorious with a convincing 47-run win over the U-19 Indian Panthers. It was an exciting contest that highlighted the young talent in the league, as both teams delivered stellar performances.
Match Summary:
Batting first, the U-19 Indian Hurricanes set an impressive target, scoring 186/8 in their 20 overs. The Hurricanes’ batting lineup delivered, with notable contributions from Deepu, who scored 33 runs off 23 balls, striking 3 fours and 2 sixes at a strike rate of 143.48. His innings set the pace for the Hurricanes, allowing them to build a competitive score.
For the Panthers, Bablu and Jaswant made commendable efforts with the bat. Bablu scored 26 runs off 20 balls, with five boundaries, at a strike rate of 130.00, while Jaswant contributed 21 runs off 22 balls with 3 fours. However, despite these efforts, the Panthers could not chase down the target and were bowled out for 139 in just 14.4 overs.
Bowling Highlights:
The Hurricanes’ bowling unit was led by Anurag, who claimed 4 crucial wickets in his 3-over spell, conceding 29 runs at an economy of 9.67. His performance ensured that the Panthers were consistently under pressure during their chase.
On the Panthers’ side, Shahid Afridi and Param Kapadnis were the standout bowlers. Shahid Afridi’s impressive spell of 4 overs saw him take 3 wickets while conceding just 18 runs, maintaining a remarkable economy of 4.50. Param Kapadnis also took 3 wickets in his 4-over spell, conceding 22 runs with an economy of 5.50.
Key Performers of the Match:
- Best Batter: Deepu (U-19 Indian Hurricanes) – 33 runs from 23 balls with a strike rate of 143.48
- Top Bowlers:
- Anurag (U-19 Indian Hurricanes) – 4 wickets for 29 runs in 3 overs
- Shahid Afridi (U-19 Indian Panthers) – 3 wickets for 18 runs in 4 overs
- Param Kapadnis (U-19 Indian Panthers) – 3 wickets for 22 runs in 4 overs
With this victory, the U-19 Indian Hurricanes demonstrated their strength in both batting and bowling, marking their dominance in the YSCL State League. Fans and supporters can expect more thrilling performances as the league progresses, showcasing the future stars of Indian cricket.
Stay tuned to the Board of Sports in India (BOSI) for more updates and highlights from the Young Stars Cricket League.
