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Hamzad and Maurya Power Calcutta Challengers to Clinical Victory Over Rising Stars
In a high-intensity 13-over encounter, Calcutta Challengers showcased their clinical all-round dominance to secure a 28-run victory over Rising Stars. Led by a blistering half-century from Hamzad and a decisive bowling masterclass by Captain Ashutosh Maurya, the Challengers proved too strong for their opponents in a well-contested battle.
🏏 First Innings: Hamzad’s Fireworks Set the Stage
Electing to bat first, Calcutta Challengers posted a formidable 166/5 in their allotted 13 overs. The innings belonged to Hamzad, who played a sensational knock of 61 off just 30 deliveries. His innings, characterized by 6 massive sixes and 4 boundaries, provided the necessary momentum and put the Rising Stars' bowlers on the back foot early on.
Contributions from the middle order were equally vital. Golam Masud remained unbeaten on a composed 22* (15b), while Captain Ashutosh Maurya added a quickfire 20 off 10 balls (3 sixes). Vishal Jaiswal (15 off 7) and Miraj (14) ensured the scoring rate stayed above 12 runs per over.
For Rising Stars, Md Zafar Alam and Rishav Dubey were the pick of the bowlers, claiming two wickets apiece, while Mohit Dubey provided a crucial breakthrough.
⚡ The Chase: Maurya and P D Stifle Rising Stars
Chasing 167, Rising Stars faced a disciplined bowling attack that refused to give away easy runs. Ankur Singh fought valiantly with a top score of 33 (20b), including 3 sixes, but he lacked sustained support from the other end. Mohit Dubey (17) and Rajib Paul (13) looked dangerous briefly, but the Challengers' bowlers struck at regular intervals.
Captain Ashutosh Maurya was the architect of the defense, delivering a "Best Bowler" performance with figures of 3 for 22 in 2 overs. His ability to take wickets under pressure effectively broke the back of the chase. He was brilliantly supported by P D, who bowled a clinical spell of 2/19 (3.0 Ov) with an economy of just 6.33. Golam Masud capped off an excellent all-round game with 2 wickets, ensuring the Rising Stars finished at 138/8.
📊 Match Summary & Honors
Result: 🏆 Calcutta Challengers won by 28 Runs
CC: 166/5 (13.0 Ov) | Rising Stars: 138/8 (13.0 Ov)
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