Guwahati Royals Clinch 3 wickets Win in a Thriller
Guwahati Royals have won by 3 wickets. Charaideo Sunrisers batted first and posted 208/2 in 20 overs. Guwahati Royals chased down 209 in just 19.3 overs.
Sumit Ghadigaonkar was the standout in the first innings, scoring 107 off 64 balls (SR 167). 7 sixes and 6 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 60 runs.
In the chase, Rohit Sen anchored the innings with 96 off 38 balls. It was a measured knock that kept Guwahati Royals on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Dibakar Johri delivered figures of 3/34 in 4 overs (Econ 8.5). Crucial breakthroughs at key moments that shifted the momentum.
GR lead the series 24-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 4 of the first innings was the inflection point — 22 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
107 off 64 balls (SR 167), 6 fours, 7 sixes
3/34 in 4 overs (Econ: 8.50)
96 off 38 balls (SR 253), 5 fours, 10 sixes
Verdict
Guwahati Royals showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Charaideo Sunrisers came up short by 3 wickets. There were passages where they looked competitive, but consistency eluded them when it mattered. GR lead the series 24-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.