Navajyoti Club Clinches Thrilling Victory in GSA Qualifying Cricket League

Navajyoti Club secured a convincing 31-run victory over Nabajyoti Cricket Club in a league match of the GSA Qualifying Cricket League 2024-25 held at the Nehru Stadium, Guwahati.

Nabajyoti Cricket Club won the toss and elected to field first. Navajyoti Club set a target of 126 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in their allotted 20 overs.

Club’s Innings: Tamuli and Rabha Lead the Charge
The innings for Navajyoti Club was anchored by a fantastic half-century from captain and wicket-keeper Hrishikesh Tamuli, who remained not out on 51 runs off 39 balls, including 5 fours and 1 six. A blistering knock came from Dharani Dhar Rabha, who smashed 36 runs off just 20 balls at a strike rate of 180.00, featuring 3 fours and 2 sixes.

Nabajyoti Cricket Club’s bowling effort was spearheaded by captain Dipjyoti Talukdar, who was the most successful bowler, claiming 3 wickets for 18 runs in his four overs. Jintu Moni Deka and Kunal Das each picked up a wicket.

Nabajyoti Cricket Club’s Chase Falters
In response, Nabajyoti Cricket Club struggled to build momentum in their chase, managing only 95 runs for 9 wickets in their 20 overs. The target proved too challenging for the Nabajyoti batsmen. Jyotipom was the top scorer for his side with 23 runs off 30 balls. Bhargav Jyoti Borah contributed 12 runs, and Kunal Das made a late 13 not out.

Rabha Shines with the Ball
The Navajyoti Club bowlers delivered a disciplined performance to seal the victory. Dharani Dhar Rabha complemented his batting effort with an outstanding bowling spell, taking 3 wickets for only 4 runs in 3 overs with one maiden, boasting an economy rate of 1.33. Kan Urang was equally effective, also taking 3 wickets for 22 runs in his 4 overs. Chanekya Sarma added 2 wickets, and Jintu Kalita claimed one.

Navajyoti Club ultimately won the contest by 31 runs, making a strong statement in the GSA Qualifying Cricket League.