S Rajalingam's 3-Wicket Haul Seals It for Siechem Madurai Panthers
Siechem Madurai Panthers have won by 2 wickets. Trichy Grand Chola batted first and posted 173/7 in 20 overs. Siechem Madurai Panthers chased down 174 in just 19.4 overs.
J Suresh Kumar was the standout in the first innings, scoring 43 off 18 balls (SR 239). 2 sixes and 6 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 66 runs.
In the chase, Kiran Karthikeyan anchored the innings with 38 off 34 balls. It was a measured knock that kept Siechem Madurai Panthers on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, S Rajalingam delivered figures of 3/26 in 4 overs (Econ 6.5). Crucial breakthroughs at key moments that shifted the momentum.
MP lead the series 2-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 17 of the first innings was the inflection point — 23 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
43 off 18 balls (SR 239), 6 fours, 2 sixes
3/26 in 4 overs (Econ: 6.50)
38 off 34 balls (SR 112), 4 fours, 0 sixes
Verdict
Siechem Madurai Panthers showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Trichy Grand Chola will rue missed opportunities — a 2 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. MP lead the series 2-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.