In a closely contested match at the Diversity Sports Arena on March 8, 2025, the Mahamaya Blasters secured a 5-wicket victory over Royal Marble Eagle Fighter in Match 14 of the Defender Cup. Opting to bowl first, the Blasters restricted the Eagle Fighter to 110/9 in 21.5 overs.
Batting Highlights:
- Sidhu of Royal Marble Eagle Fighter was the top scorer with 40 runs off 38 balls, maintaining a strike rate of 105.26.
- For the Mahamaya Blasters, Anuj Yadav led the chase with an unbeaten 36 runs off 29 balls at a strike rate of 124.14.
Bowling Performances:
- Dharmendra Singh was the standout bowler, delivering a match-winning spell of 5.0-4-21-4, maintaining an economy rate of 4.20.
- Manu Sharma provided excellent support with figures of 3.5-2-11-1, conceding runs at just 2.87 per over.
Match Conclusion:
Chasing a modest target of 111, the Mahamaya Blasters reached 112/5 in 17.2 overs, led by Anuj Yadav’s composed innings. The team’s disciplined bowling and steady batting ensured a comfortable victory.
Awards:
- Player of the Match: Anuj Yadav
- Striker of the Match: Anuj Yadav (SR 124)
- Golden Arm of the Match: Dharmendra Singh (4/21)
- Fighter of the Match: Sidhu (11 MVP Points)
This match highlighted the importance of all-round performances, with both teams displaying resilience and skill. The Mahamaya Blasters’ victory adds to their momentum in the tournament, while the Royal Marble Eagle Fighter will look to bounce back in their upcoming fixtures.
