In a thrilling Match 5 of the Champions League Corporate, 16 to 60 Cricket Club secured a hard-fought victory over Knight Scorcher by 3 wickets. Knight Scorcher, opting to bat first, struggled to post a competitive total of 104 in 19.4 overs. Kartik Pandey’s 36 and Gaurav Verma’s 25 were the highlights of their innings. However, the star of the first innings was Anil Gupta of 16 to 60 Cricket Club, whose incredible bowling performance (4/8) decimated the Knight Scorcher lineup.
Despite the modest target, 16 to 60 Cricket Club had a shaky start, with their top order falling cheaply. However, Lalit Sharma anchored the chase with a composed 43 runs, ensuring that his team stayed on track. Knight Scorcher’s bowlers, particularly Sandeep Pandey (2/15), fought hard, consistently taking wickets and keeping the pressure on. But 16 to 60 Cricket Club’s middle order held firm, managing to chase down the target in just 14.4 overs, ending at 107/7.
Anil Gupta’s match-winning performance with the ball earned him the Player of the Match award, highlighting the pivotal role his bowling played in restricting Knight Scorcher to a low total. This win marked a strong showing for 16 to 60 Cricket Club early in the tournament, establishing them as a team to watch.
The contest showcased a well-fought match between both teams, with standout performances in both bowling and batting departments. However, in the end, 16 to 60 Cricket Club’s depth in their lineup proved too much for Knight Scorcher to overcome, giving them an important win in their Champions League Corporate campaign.
Summary
Result: Team 16 To 60 Cricket Club won by 3 wickets
Player of the Match: Anil Gupta
Striker of the Match: Mukesh Mishra (SR 146)
Golden Arm of the Match: Anil Gupta (4/8)
Fighter of the Match: Kartik Pandey (12 MVP Points)
Toss: 16 To 60 Cricket Club won the toss and opt to Bowl
Knight Scorcher 104 (10 wkts, 19.4/20 Ov)
16 To 60 Cricket Club 107 (7 wkts, 14.4/20 Ov)