Amith Sathvik's 66 Fires IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans to Victory
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans have won by 4 wickets. VIDA Kovai Kings batted first and posted 166/8 in 20 overs. IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans chased down 167 in just 18 overs.
Andre Siddarth was the standout in the first innings, scoring 36 off 23 balls (SR 157). 3 sixes and 2 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 59 runs.
In the chase, Amith Sathvik anchored the innings with 66 off 29 balls. It was a measured knock that kept IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Jhatavedh Subramanyan delivered figures of 2/22 in 4 overs (Econ 5.5). A tidy spell that kept the pressure on throughout.
TT lead the series 15-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 12 of the first innings was the inflection point — 18 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
66 off 29 balls (SR 228), 5 fours, 6 sixes
2/22 in 4 overs (Econ: 5.50)
36 off 23 balls (SR 157), 2 fours, 3 sixes
Verdict
IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. VIDA Kovai Kings will rue missed opportunities — a 4 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. TT lead the series 15-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.