Deepak Gohain's 3-Wicket Haul Seals It for Guwahati Royals
Guwahati Royals have won by 8 runs. Guwahati Royals batted first and posted 126/9 in 20 overs. Barak Legends, chasing 127, fell short at 118/7 in 19 overs.
Guwahati Royals struggled through their innings, losing wickets at regular intervals. Nibir Deka top-scored with 47 off 40 balls (SR 118), but lacked support from the other end. The powerplay yielded 28 runs — early wickets put them under pressure from the start.
Sibsankar Roy fought hard with 36 off 36 balls, but it was not enough to haul Barak Legends over the line. The required rate climbed too steeply in the end.
With the ball, Deepak Gohain delivered figures of 3/11 in 4 overs (Econ 2.8). Crucial breakthroughs at key moments that shifted the momentum.
GR lead the series 8-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
The match was effectively decided in the first innings itself. Losing 8 wickets for just 125 put Guwahati Royals on the back foot from the start, and the chase was never in doubt.
Key Performers
47 off 40 balls (SR 118), 4 fours, 1 sixes
3/11 in 4 overs (Econ: 2.75)
36 off 36 balls (SR 100), 1 fours, 2 sixes
Verdict
Guwahati Royals showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Barak Legends were outplayed in all departments. A 8 runs defeat lays bare the gaps in their game — the batting lacked application and the bowling had no answers. Plenty of hard conversations ahead of the next match. GR lead the series 8-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.