In the 10th electrifying match of the UP T20 League, Kanpur Superstars triumphed over Gorakhpur Lions with a 19-run lead. Green Park in Kanpur witnessed this thrilling showdown.
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Kanpur Superstars’ Impressive Total
Kanpur Superstars, despite losing the toss, showcased their batting prowess by posting a commendable total of 185/4 in their allotted 20 overs. Ansh Yadav’s 48-run explosive start set the tone, followed by a vital 71-run partnership between Akshdeep Nath and Sandeep Kumar in the middle overs. Abdul Rehman stood out for the Lions, taking three crucial wickets.
Gorakhpur Lions’ Struggles
Gorakhpur Lions, in pursuit of 186 runs, faced a daunting task as they lost wickets at regular intervals. Opener Abhishek Goswami contributed 41 runs, but it was Siddharth Yadav’s impressive unbeaten 82-run knock that couldn’t salvage the Lions, who ended at 166/6 in 20 overs.
Lucknow Falcons Soar, Defeating Kashi Rudras by 5 Wickets
Meanwhile, in a thrilling 11th encounter at Green Park, Lucknow Falcons pulled off a remarkable victory by five wickets against Kashi Rudras.
Kashi Rudras struggled to establish a substantial total, managing only 122/10 in 18.4 overs. Opener Karan Sharma led the way with 31 runs as the top scorer. Kartikeya Jaiswal shone for the Falcons, taking three wickets.
The Falcons faced early setbacks in their chase, losing three wickets for just 21 runs. However, middle-order batters Shaurya Singh, Aaradhya Yadav, and Kritagya Singh displayed remarkable resilience on the challenging wicket. Their efforts led the team to victory in the last over, finishing at 123/5 and clinching the game by five wickets.
IPL Players Shine on Day 6 of UP T20 League 2023
In these intense contests, several IPL players showcased their skills:
Akshdeep Nath (Kanpur Superstars)
Kanpur Superstars’ skipper, Akshdeep Nath, played a match-winning knock of 53 runs off 35 balls, featuring four fours and three sixes at a strike rate of 151.43. His innings ended with a brilliant delivery by Abdul Rehman, resulting in an easy catch for Siddharth Yadav.
Yash Dayal (Lucknow Falcons)
Lucknow Falcons’ pacer, Yash Dayal, left an indelible mark with the ball in the powerplay overs. He scalped two crucial wickets, removing Priyanshu Pandey and Shivam Bansal, thereby putting Rudras on the back foot. Dayal finished with impressive figures of 2/18 in three overs.
Priyam Garg (Lucknow Falcons)
Batting at No. 3, Priyam Garg faced a disappointing outing, being dismissed for a golden duck. Atal Bihari Rai’s impressive delivery bowled him out, affecting the scorecard for the Falcons.
In this action-packed day of the UP T20 League, fans witnessed exhilarating performances, memorable moments, and a testament to the talent pool in the league.
