In the third match of TNPL 2023, played between Siechem Madurai Panthers (SMP) and Nellai Royal Kings (NRK) at the SNR C൲ollege Crick♛et Ground, NRK emerged victorious by six wickets.
SMP won the toss and elected to bat first. However, their batters struggled to gain momentum as they could post just 126-8 in their allocated 20 over🐼s.
Hari Nishanth was the standout performer for the Panthers, with 64 runs off 51 deliveries, including 4 fours and 3 sixes. Washington Sundar contributed 19 runs, while Swapnil Singh chipped in with a quickf♎ire 14 off 10 deliveries.
The Kings’ bowlers put up a disciplined effort, with Sonu Yadav and M Poiyamozhi picking up two wickets each to restrict the Panthers’ scoring opportunities.
Chasing a target of 127, NRK showcased an excellent batting display, reaching the target comfortably in just 13.4 overs with six wickets in hand. Nidhish Rajagopal was the top-scorer with 42 off just 26 deliveries, including 4 sixes and 1 four. Arun Karthik also made a significant contribution with a quickfire 32 off 12 🎉balls, including 4 fours and 2 🐻sixes.
Ne✨llai Royal Kings registered a thumping win over Siechem Madurai Panthe𒁃rs:
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S Mohan Prasath played a crucial role, both with the ball🍒 and the bat, and was named the Player of the Match for his all-round performance.
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“It’s important to take wickets in key moments, handle pressure and execute well. Certain balls held onto the pitch, the captain trusted me and I did well. When I tried to flight I did get help. I usually bowl quicker through the air,” said Prasath in the post-match presentatioꦦn ceremoꩵny.
