Date: July 27, 2024

Venue: Norsborg Cricket Ground

Match: SCC Warriors vs. RPCC Thunder

Result: SCC Warriors won by 1 run (D/L method)

In a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats, SCC Warriors emerged victorious by the slimmest of margins. Nischith Mokhamatams all-round performance earned him the Player of the Match accolade, playing a pivotal role in both the batting and bowling departments.

This thrilling encounter showcased the unpredictability and excitement of T20 cricket, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next clash.

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SCC Warriors Innings:

In a rollercoaster batting display, the SCC Warriors managed to post a competitive total of 139 runs in their 20 overs. Nischith Mokhamatam anchored the innings with a splendid knock of 48 off 32 balls, including four boundaries and two towering sixes. However, the rest of the batting lineup struggled against a disciplined RPCC Thunder bowling attack.

Key moments from the Warriors innings:

• Harkirat Singh fell early, bowled by Brahmdev Pandey for just 2 runs.
• Vinay Gadiya was the standout bowler for RPCC, claiming 3 wickets for just 12 runs in his 4 overs.
• Shubham Shrivastava wreaked havoc with his 4-wicket haul, conceding only 21 runs in his full quota.

Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, a late flourish by Arsh Kumar (26 off 18) helped SCC Warriors reach a respectable total. The Warriors were bowled out on the last ball of their innings, leaving RPCC Thunder with a challenging target of 140.

RPCC Thunder Innings:

Chasing a revised target due to the D/L method, RPCC Thunder got off to a decent start but fell agonizingly short of the target by just one run, finishing at 121/6 in 17.5 overs.

Key performances in the Thunders chase:

• Shreyas Maligemane and Pratik Mahajan provided a solid foundation, scoring 28 and 30 respectively.
• The middle order faltered, with Vinay Gadiya and Brahmdev Pandey failing to capitalize on the start.

The Warriors bowlers held their nerve in the closing stages:

• Nischith Mokhamatam shone with the ball as well, picking up 2 crucial wickets for 29 runs.
• Aryan Sarna delivered a game-changing over, grabbing 2 wickets for just 2 runs.

The turning point came when Aryan Sarna dismissed Brahmdev Pandey and Shubham Shrivastava in consecutive deliveries, stalling the Thunders momentum just before umpires called for DL due to short of time. 

Young cricketers managed to keep RPCC Thunder under pressure showing their commitment towards the game. 

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