Sarthak Ranjan's 95 Fires North Delhi Strikers to Victory
North Delhi Strikers have won by 6 wickets. East Delhi Riders batted first and posted 171/6 in 20 overs. North Delhi Strikers chased down 172 in just 16 overs.
Sujal Singh was the standout in the first innings, scoring 82* off 50 balls (SR 164). 4 sixes and 6 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 54 runs.
In the chase, Sarthak Ranjan anchored the innings with 95 off 50 balls. It was a measured knock that kept North Delhi Strikers on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Mayank Dagar delivered figures of 2/16 in 2 overs (Econ 8.0). A tidy spell that kept the pressure on throughout.
NDS lead the series 11-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 19 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
95 off 50 balls (SR 190), 7 fours, 8 sixes
2/16 in 2 overs (Econ: 8.00)
82* off 50 balls (SR 164), 6 fours, 4 sixes
Verdict
North Delhi Strikers showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. East Delhi Riders will rue missed opportunities — a 6 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. NDS lead the series 11-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.