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Team_Classic Clinches Third Place in Style: A Commanding 57-Run Victory Over Mumbai Sunrisers
In a fitting finale to the Mauka External Tussle S01 third-place playoff, Team_Classic displayed a dominant performance against the Mumbai Sunrisers, securing a comprehensive 57-run victory at NL Complex, Dahisar, Mumbai. It was a game defined by power-packed batting and a sensational bowling spell that sealed Team_Classic’s position on the podium.
A Batting Clinic by Team_Classic
After losing the toss and being put in to bat, Team_Classic wasted no time in putting up a daunting total of 247/4 in 20 overs. Despite an early setback with Tejas Tamhankar’s run-out in the very first over, the team bounced back emphatically. Yogesh Veling’s 43 off 27 balls steadied the innings, but the fireworks came from Amit Sharad Shenoy and Siddhanth Khanna.
Shenoy, in a breathtaking display of power hitting, smashed 94 off just 40 balls, including nine boundaries and seven sixes at an astonishing strike rate of 235.00. Khanna was equally destructive, hammering 68 off 30 balls with eight fours and four sixes. Their unbroken partnership of 164 runs left the Sunrisers chasing a mammoth total.
Mumbai Sunrisers’ Response: Spirited but Incomplete
Chasing 248 was always going to be an uphill battle, and the Sunrisers’ innings was off to a rocky start. Siddhesh Wagle struck early, removing Kedar Shirodkar and Ameya Jadhav in quick succession. Hardik Modi and Manav Gandhi tried to rebuild, scoring 36 and 41 runs respectively, but their efforts were thwarted by the brilliance of Kamlesh Vyas.
Vyas delivered a sensational spell, taking 5 wickets for just 5 runs in his three overs, dismantling the Sunrisers’ middle and lower order. Despite a late cameo from Pratik Parekh, who scored 32 off 16 balls, the Sunrisers could only manage 190 runs before being bowled out in the 18th over.
Key Performances and Turning Points
Amit Sharad Shenoy’s Blinder: Shenoy’s innings was a masterclass in explosive batting, setting the tone for Team_Classic’s imposing total.
Kamlesh Vyas’ Magic: His remarkable 5-wicket haul at an economy rate of 1.67 was the defining bowling performance of the tournament.
Siddhanth Khanna’s All-Round Impact: Apart from his quick-fire 68, Khanna was instrumental in the field, contributing to two crucial dismissals.
Extras and Discipline: The Deciding Factor
One glaring statistic from the match was the 26 wides conceded by the Sunrisers, which significantly eased the pressure on Team_Classic. In contrast, Team_Classic maintained a tighter line and length, restricting the Sunrisers despite their aggressive intent.
A Well-Deserved Third Place
Team_Classic’s all-round dominance in this match highlighted their depth and resilience, making them deserving winners of the third spot in the tournament. For the Mumbai Sunrisers, it was a game of missed opportunities and lessons in maintaining discipline under pressure.
As the curtains draw on this thrilling contest, cricket fans will remember the fireworks from Shenoy and the wizardry of Vyas, a combination that propelled Team_Classic to a memorable victory.