Luvnith Sisodia's 87 Fires Shivamogga Yodhas to Victory
Shivamogga Yodhas have won by 4 wickets. Bengaluru Blasters batted first and posted 185/8 in 20 overs. Shivamogga Yodhas chased down 186 in just 19.4 overs.
Samit Dravid was the standout in the first innings, scoring 37 off 37 balls (SR 100). 1 six and 4 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 51 runs.
In the chase, Luvnith Sisodia anchored the innings with 87 off 45 balls. It was a measured knock that kept Shivamogga Yodhas on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Samit Dravid delivered figures of 4/36 in 3.4 overs (Econ 10.6). A match-defining spell that tore through the batting order.
SY lead the series 3-1. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 20 of the first innings was the inflection point — 24 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
87 off 45 balls (SR 193), 9 fours, 4 sixes
4/36 in 3.4 overs (Econ: 9.82)
38 off 19 balls (SR 200), 0 fours, 4 sixes
Verdict
Shivamogga Yodhas showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Bengaluru Blasters will rue missed opportunities — a 4 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. SY lead the series 3-1. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.