Karan Kannan's 3-Wicket Haul Seals It for Mahe Megalo Strikers
Mahe Megalo Strikers have won by 5 wickets. Ossudu Accord Warriors batted first and posted 105/8 in 20 overs. Mahe Megalo Strikers chased down 106 in just 16.2 overs.
Ossudu Accord Warriors struggled through their innings, losing wickets at regular intervals. Parandaman Thamaraikannan top-scored with 37* off 31 balls (SR 119), but lacked support from the other end. The powerplay yielded 28 runs — early wickets put them under pressure from the start.
In the chase, Ramamoorthy Ragavan anchored the innings with 36 off 31 balls. It was a measured knock that kept Mahe Megalo Strikers on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Karan Kannan delivered figures of 3/13 in 4 overs (Econ 3.3). Crucial breakthroughs at key moments that shifted the momentum.
MMS lead the series 16-2. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 20 of the first innings was the inflection point — 16 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
37* off 31 balls (SR 119), 3 fours, 2 sixes
3/13 in 4 overs (Econ: 3.25)
36 off 31 balls (SR 116), 1 fours, 3 sixes
Verdict
Mahe Megalo Strikers showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Ossudu Accord Warriors will rue missed opportunities — a 5 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. MMS lead the series 16-2. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.