The India Masters, one of the pre-tournament title favourites, have enjoyed a near-perfect run through the International Masters League, even as they avenged their only loss at the league stage against Australia Masters
The stage is set for a clash between two teams led by cricket legends in the final of the inaugural edition of the International Masters League. On Sunday, March 16, Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara will lead India Masters and West Indies Masters, respectively, in the summit clash of the tournament at the SVNS International Stadium in Raipur. (Streaming | More Cricket News)
The India Masters, one of the pre-tournament title favourites, have enjoyed a near-perfect run through the IML, even as they avenged their only loss at the league stage against Australia Masters, by getting the better of Shane Watson라이브 바카라 team in the first semi-final on Thursday, March 13.
The home side began its campaign with an exciting four-run win against Sri Lanka Masters, after which it registered a convincing nine-wicket win against England Masters. The India Masters then completed a hat-trick of wins with an eight-wicket thrashing of South Africa Masters, before the Aussies broke their winning streak in the fourth match.
Tendulkar라이브 바카라 side, however, regained the momentum by getting the better of the Windies by seven runs, to finish second in the league stage of the tournament. They then beat Australia in the semi-final by 94 runs.
While Tendulkar (156 runs) and Yuvraj Singh (166 runs) are leading the batting roster, Pawan Negi (eight wickets), Irfan Pathan (six wickets) and Stuart Binny (six wickets) have showcased some superb bowling to ensure India Masters are primed for one last encounter against West Indies.
"India vs West Indies clashes always bring back memories of that iconic 1983 World Cup triumph. Forty-two years later, history beckons once more — this time in Raipur! The India Masters have shown incredible grit and brilliance, and as they step onto the field one last time, it라이브 바카라 a moment for fans to witness something truly special. From a defining past to a memorable future in the making, Raipur is set to host another chapter of cricketing legacy" said Salman Ahmed and Kartikey Mishra, team owners, India Masters.
On the other hand, the West Indies Masters also began their campaign with back-to-back wins against Australia and England. However, they stumbled with consecutive losses to Sri Lanka and India. A 29-run victory over South Africa in their final group game enabled them to secure a place in the semi-finals. They held their nerve to edge out Sri Lanka by six runs in the second semi-final on March 14.
The IML final between India Masters and West Indies Masters on Sunday promises to be a thrilling culmination of what has been an enthralling tournament, in which fans have relived cricket라이브 바카라 golden era by watching cricketing masters and icons in all their glory, all over again.