Narayan Jagadeesan's 79 Fires Chepauk Super Gillies to Victory
Chepauk Super Gillies have won by 5 wickets. Salem Spartans batted first and posted 182/7 in 20 overs. Chepauk Super Gillies chased down 183 in just 16.4 overs.
S Harish Kumar was the standout in the first innings, scoring 57* off 35 balls (SR 163). 6 sixes and 1 four provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 60 runs.
In the chase, Narayan Jagadeesan anchored the innings with 79 off 40 balls. It was a measured knock that kept Chepauk Super Gillies on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, M Silambarasan delivered figures of 2/20 in 4 overs (Econ 5.0). A tidy spell that kept the pressure on throughout.
SS lead the series 15-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 20 of the first innings was the inflection point — 26 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
79* off 40 balls (SR 198), 5 fours, 6 sixes
2/20 in 4 overs (Econ: 5.00)
57* off 35 balls (SR 163), 1 fours, 6 sixes
Verdict
Chepauk Super Gillies showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Salem Spartans will rue missed opportunities — a 5 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. SS lead the series 15-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.