In Match 12 of the Defender Cup, 11 Kaptaan delivered a commanding performance to defeat Barra Legends by 164 runs at Diversity Sports Arena.
11 Kaptaan Innings:
Batting first, 11 Kaptaan posted a formidable total of 224/7 in 25 overs. SIDDY led the charge with an aggressive 67 runs off 49 balls, maintaining a strike rate of 136.73. Shubham Kumar provided valuable support, scoring 33 runs off 17 balls at a blistering strike rate of 194.12. Anshu Raj Bhalla contributed 26 runs off 26 balls, anchoring the innings during the middle overs.
Barra Legends Innings:
In response, Barra Legends struggled against 11 Kaptaan’s disciplined bowling attack. The team was bowled out for a mere 60 runs in 10.2 overs. Tarun Dwivedi was the standout bowler, claiming 5 wickets for 15 runs in 4 overs, effectively dismantling the opposition’s batting lineup. Manish Bajpai also contributed with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 42 runs in 5 overs.
Key Performances:
- SIDDY (11 Kaptaan): 67 runs off 49 balls (SR 136.73)
- Shubham Kumar (11 Kaptaan): 33 runs off 17 balls (SR 194.12)
- Tarun Dwivedi (11 Kaptaan): 5 wickets for 15 runs in 4 overs
- Manish Bajpai (Barra Legends): 3 wickets for 42 runs in 5 overs
This comprehensive victory highlights 11 Kaptaan’s all-round strength, with significant contributions from both their batting and bowling departments. The team’s dominant performance sets a high benchmark for the remainder of the tournament.