Konark Suryas Odisha Triumph in Thrilling Victory by 1 run Against Toyam Hyderabad
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| Konark Suryas Odisha vs Toyam Hyderabad |
In a nail-biting contest, Konark Suryas Odisha (KSO) emerged victorious by 1 wicket against Toyam Hyderabad (TOH) in the Legends League Cricket 2024 group stage match. Despite having lost to the same opponent earlier in the tournament, KSO showcased a gritty performance to clinch a place in the final.
Konark Suryas Odisha's Innings:
Konark Suryas Odisha started off their innings with Richard Levi and Dilshan Munaweera opening. However, Levi couldn't contribute much as he was dismissed for just 6 runs off 9 balls, falling to Nuwan Pradeep. Munaweera, showing more intent, managed to score 18 runs off 18 balls with 1 boundary and 1 six before being caught by Chadwick Walton off Stuart Binny.
The innings gained momentum when Kevin O’Brien took control at the crease. The Irish batsman played a crucial knock, scoring 50 runs off 39 balls, including 5 boundaries and 1 six, keeping the scoreboard ticking. O’Brien’s dismissal to Isuru Udana slowed the pace, but Yusuf Pathan brought fireworks to the game with a blistering cameo of 12 runs off just 4 balls, hitting 2 sixes, before falling to Monty Panesar.
Captain Irfan Pathan anchored the innings, playing a solid knock under pressure. He remained unbeaten on 49 runs from 35 balls, hitting 5 boundaries and 1 six. Vinay Kumar supported Pathan with a quickfire 7 runs from 3 balls, finishing the innings on a high note. Konark Suryas Odisha ended their innings with a competitive total of 156/5 in 20 overs.
Konark Suryas Odisha Batting Highlights:
- Kevin O'Brien: 50 runs (39 balls)
- Irfan Pathan (C): 49* runs (35 balls)
- Yusuf Pathan: 12 runs (4 balls)
- Dilshan Munaweera: 18 runs (18 balls)
Toyam Hyderabad Bowling:
- Stuart Binny: 2 wickets
- Nuwan Pradeep: 1 wicket
- Isuru Udana: 1 wicket
- Monty Panesar: 1 wicket
Toyam Hyderabad's Response:
Chasing a target of 157, Toyam Hyderabad faced stiff resistance from Konark Suryas Odisha’s bowling attack. Despite a valiant effort by their star performer, Ricky Clarke, who smashed 67 runs off 44 balls with 8 boundaries and 1 six, the team fell just short of the target. Gurkeerat Mann contributed a steady 27* runs but couldn’t accelerate in the crucial moments of the game. Peter Trego (15 runs) and Samiullah Shinwari (11 runs) tried to keep the chase alive but were restricted by disciplined bowling.
In a dramatic final over, Toyam Hyderabad needed 12 runs to win. Irfan Pathan held his nerve, giving away 9 runs off the first 3 deliveries but dismissing Shinwari on the fourth ball. With Stuart Binny at the crease, 3 runs were needed off 2 balls, but the pressure mounted as Binny managed only a single, and Gurkeerat failed to score off the last delivery. Toyam Hyderabad ended their innings at 155/6, falling short by just 1 run.
Toyam Hyderabad Batting Highlights:
- Ricky Clarke: 67 runs (44 balls)
- Gurkeerat Mann: 27* runs (26 balls)
- Peter Trego: 15 runs (11 balls)
- Samiullah Shinwari: 11 runs (9 balls)
Konark Suryas Odisha Bowling:
- Irfan Pathan: 1 wicket
- Vinay Kumar: 1 wicket
- Ben Laughlin: 1 wicket
- Shahbaz Nadeem: 1 wicket
- KP Appanna: 1 wicket
- Divesh Pathania: 1 wicket
Konark Suryas Odisha's thrilling 1-wicket win has propelled them into the final of Legends League Cricket 2024, where they will face Southern Super Stars, led by Dinesh Karthik. With strong performances from the Pathan brothers and Kevin O’Brien, KSO will enter the final with great momentum.
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