Chennai Singams Triumph Over Tiigers in ISPL Season 3 Opener
Chennai Singams Kick Off ISPL Season 3 with a Bang
The Chennai Singams made a powerful statement as they commenced their Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) Season 3 journey with a decisive 44-run victory against the Tiigers of Kolkata at the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium in Surat. A stellar performance from Sarfraz Khan, along with impressive bowling from Jagannath Sarkar and newcomer Ashish Pal, propelled the Singams to a strong opening win.
Sarfraz Khan's Stellar Performance
After facing early setbacks and finding themselves at 10/2 within the first two overs, Chennai regrouped thanks to Sarfraz Khan's remarkable innings. He played a pivotal role, scoring an impressive 45 runs off just 24 balls, effectively turning the tide in Chennai's favor. His partnership with Jagannath Sarkar, who contributed 16 runs off 19 balls, was crucial during the middle overs.
Key Moments in the Match
A significant turning point occurred in the seventh over, known as the 50-50 Challenge over, where Chennai scored 40 runs, propelling their total past 80. Despite a late resurgence from the Tiigers through disciplined bowling and sharp fielding, the Singams continued to accumulate runs. A late surge from Sambhaji Patil, who scored 14 runs off 6 balls, helped Chennai finish their innings at 102/8, marking them as the first team in ISPL Season 3 to surpass the 100-run milestone.
Bowling Attack Secures Victory
In response, the Chennai Singams bowlers dominated the Tiigers' batting lineup. Jagannath Sarkar led the charge with an exceptional bowling performance, taking 2 wickets for just 7 runs. Debutant Ashish Pal also shone with figures of 2/15, ensuring a commanding 44-run victory for the Chennai Singams in their opening match of the season.
Match Summary
Chennai Singams: 102/8 (10 overs)
Sarfraz Khan 45 (24)
Vivek Shelar 3/15 (2 overs)
Tiigers of Kolkata: 58/5 (10 overs)
Saif Ali 26 (23)
Jagannath Sarkar 2/7 (2 overs)
Result: Chennai Singams defeated Tiigers of Kolkata by 44 runs.