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Big Cricket League Wrap: Saket Sharma Ton Headlines MP Tigers' Win; Irfan Pathan라이브 바카라 Marines Overpower Dilshan라이브 바카라 Regals

Jesal Karia's all-round effort ensured the Mumbai Marines clinched a 40-run victory over the Rajasthan Regals, while MP Tigers beat UP Brij Stars by 71 runs

Team captains Irfan Pathan and Tillakaratne Dilshan at the Big Cricket League.
Team captains Irfan Pathan and Tillakaratne Dilshan at the Big Cricket League. Photo: X/Big Cricket League
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MP Tigers’ opener Saket Sharma produced a breathtaking century to help his team secure a 71-run win over the UP Brij Stars in game 6 of the Big Cricket League in Surat on Sunday (December 15, 2024). (More Cricket News)

Saket demolished the opposition bowlers, smashing a scintillating 100 off just 52 balls. He was well supported by Pawan Negi, who played an unbeaten knock of 87 runs at a remarkable strike rate of 228, propelling the Tigers to a formidable total of 239/3 in their 20 overs.

In response, the Brij Stars’ chase faltered early, losing three wickets in the powerplay. Despite the early blows, Chirag Gandhi showcased his class with a magnificent century, keeping the chase alive single-handedly. However, his efforts were in vain as the rest of the batting order crumbled under pressure. Stuart Binny, Jatin Sahay, and Faizal bowled in tandem to restrict the Brij Stars to 168/5.

Saket Sharma라이브 바카라 scintillating innings earned him the Man of the Match award, as his knock laid the foundation for the Tigers’ comprehensive win.

In game 7, the second game of the day, Mumbai Marines emerged victorious over the Rajasthan Regals, thanks to a sensational all-round performance by Jesal Karia.

Batting first, the Marines posted an imposing 209/3. Karia led the charge with a fiery 100 off 56 balls, ably supported by Mihir Agarwal at the top of the order. Skipper Irfan Pathan provided the finishing touch, smashing a quick-fire 33 at a strike rate of 250+, ensuring a strong total despite a disciplined spell by Shahbaz Nadeem.

In reply, the Regals started positively, with openers Samarth Srinivas and Tillakaratne Dilshan stitching together a solid partnership. Srinivas later teamed up with Amit Verma for a fighting 59-run stand. However, the chase unraveled as Jesal Karia shone with the ball, claiming 4 wickets and choking the run flow with his economical spell. His all-round effort ensured the Marines clinched a 40-run victory.

Karia was deservedly named Man of the Match for his impactful performance with both bat and ball, delivering a crucial win for the Marines.

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