TNPL 2024 Match Reports: Grand Cholas overpower Salem Spartans, Super Gillies crush Dindigul Dragons

TNPL 2024 Match 12 Report

In a thrilling encounter at Coimbatore, the Trichy Grand Cholas secured a comprehensive 35-run victory over the SKM Salem Spartans in the 12th match of the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024. The standout performance by Sanjay Yadav, who was named Player of the Match for his blistering 68 off 33 balls, powered Trichy to an imposing total of 198/5 in their allotted 20 overs.

Electing to bat first, Trichy had a cautious start with Arjun Murthy (11 off 18) and Waseem Ahmed (19 off 22) falling cheaply. However, the innings gained momentum with contributions from S Shyam Sundar (19 off 14) and Jafar Jamal (32 off 23). The real acceleration came from Sanjay Yadav, who smashed 4 fours and 6 sixes at a staggering strike rate of 206.06. R Rajkumar added a quickfire 18 not out off just 5 balls, while Saravana Kumar’s unbeaten 17 off 6 balls pushed Trichy to a formidable total. Salem’s bowlers struggled, with M Poiyamozhi picking up 3 wickets but conceding 56 runs in his 4 overs.

In response, Salem Spartans had a rocky start, losing R Kavin (13 off 6) and S Abishiek (10 off 10) early to Saravana Kumar’s incisive bowling. Rajendran Vivek tried to counterattack with a brisk 33 off 10 balls, but his dismissal left Salem at 59/3. Muhammed Adnan Khan (40 off 31) offered some resistance, but regular wickets hampered their chase. Despite a spirited effort from Sunny Sandhu (29 off 15) and Harish Kumar (15 off 8), Salem was bowled out for 163 in 18.3 overs.

Trichy’s bowlers delivered a well-rounded performance, with Saravana Kumar leading the charge by claiming 3 wickets for 28 runs. He was ably supported by Antony Dhas, who took 2 wickets for 33 runs, and R Rajkumar, who also picked up 2 wickets. Kannan Vignesh and Athisayaraj Davidson chipped in with a wicket each, ensuring Salem never got the required momentum.

The victory propels Trichy Grand Cholas up the points table, showcasing their depth and resilience. Sanjay Yadav’s all-around brilliance and the team’s cohesive performance highlight their potential in this year’s Tamil Nadu Premier League.

TNPL 2024 Match 13 Report

In a rain-shortened encounter at Coimbatore, the Chepauk Super Gillies secured a convincing 9-wicket victory over the Dindigul Dragons in the 13th match of the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2024. The match, reduced to 7 overs per side, saw Chepauk chasing down a modest target of 65 with 13 balls to spare.

Opting to bat first, the Dindigul Dragons had a nightmarish start, losing their top order in quick succession. Shivam Singh fell on the very first ball to Abhishek Tanwar, setting the tone for a difficult innings. The Dragons found themselves reeling at 1-3, with Boopathi Kumar and Baba Indrajith dismissed for ducks.

Captain Ravichandran Ashwin was the lone warrior for Dindigul, playing a captain’s knock of 45* off 20 balls, including 3 fours and 4 sixes. His aggressive approach helped the team reach a somewhat respectable total of 64/6 in 7 overs. Vimal Khumar contributed with a brief cameo of 12 off 7 balls. However, the rest of the batting lineup failed to make significant contributions against a disciplined Chepauk bowling attack.

Abhishek Tanwar was the pick of the bowlers for Chepauk, claiming 2 wickets for 15 runs in his 2 overs. He was well supported by Ganeshan Periyaswamy, who also took 2 wickets, and Balu Surya and Rahil Shah, who chipped in with a wicket each.

Chasing 65, Chepauk Super Gillies faced an early setback when Sandeep Warrier trapped D Santhosh Kumar lbw for a golden duck. However, Narayan Jagadeesan and Baba Aparajith ensured there were no further hiccups. Jagadeesan played a blistering knock of 32* off 14 balls, featuring 1 four and 3 sixes, while Aparajith matched his partner’s aggression with 31* off 14 balls, including 3 sixes.

The duo’s unbeaten partnership powered Chepauk to 65/1 in just 4.5 overs, sealing a comprehensive 9-wicket victory. Ravichandran Ashwin, Varun Chakravarthy, and P Vignesh each bowled an over but couldn’t stem the flow of runs.

For his pivotal role with the ball, Abhishek Tanwar was adjudged the Player of the Match. His early strikes crippled Dindigul’s innings, setting up an easy chase for his team.

This victory boosts Chepauk Super Gillies’ position in the TNPL standings, showcasing their prowess in both batting and bowling. The Dindigul Dragons will need to regroup and address their batting frailties to bounce back in the tournament.