The Seraikela-Kharsawan A&B Division Cricket League continues to deliver thrilling action, with the first semi-final already decided and the stage set for another monumental clash! Let’s dive into the summaries of these exciting matches and preview the upcoming semi-final.

First Semi-Final: Students Cricket Club Victorious in a Close Chase!

In the much-anticipated first semi-final of the A Division League, Sahara United posted a respectable 140/10 in 18.4 overs. However, Students Cricket Club showcased their batting prowess, chasing down the target with four wickets to spare, finishing at 144/6 in 17.3 overs. This hard-fought victory secured their spot in the A Division final!

Key Performances:

• Player of the Match: Deepak Kumar Rajak (Students Cricket Club) – His all-round performance was instrumental in his team’s victory.

• Top Batsman: Daulat Kumar Yadav (Students Cricket Club) – A magnificent 54 runs off just 34 balls, including 7 fours and 3 sixes, with a striking strike rate of 158.82, provided the backbone of the chase.

• Notable Batting: Saurabh Pandey (Sahara United) – Scored a quickfire 24 runs off 10 balls (2x4s, 2x6s, SR 240.00), giving his team a good start. Krishna (Students Cricket Club) also contributed with 17 runs.

• Bowling Brilliance:

  • Jatin Yadav (Sahara United) – The most economical bowler, conceding only 33 runs for 2 wickets in his 6 overs.

  • Deepak Kumar Rajak (Students Cricket Club) – Picked up 3 crucial wickets for 20 runs in 3 overs.

  • Avinash (Students Cricket Club) – Claimed 3 wickets for 23 runs in 3.4 overs.

This thrilling semi-final highlighted the competitive spirit within the Seraikela-Kharsawan A Division, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats until the very end.

Match 2: Evergreen Cricket Club Clinches Victory in Dominant Display (B Division)

The B Division match saw Jagriti Cricket Club set a target of 146/10 in 17.1 overs. Evergreen Cricket Club responded emphatically, achieving the target with a comfortable 4-wicket victory, reaching 147/6 in just 10.2 overs!

Key Performances:

• Player of the Match: Pranay Piyush (Evergreen Cricket Club) – His impactful performance earned him the well-deserved recognition.

• Top Batsmen:

  • Subhojit Mahato (Evergreen Cricket Club) – Blazed 41 runs off 32 balls (7x4s, 1x6s, SR 128.12), setting a strong foundation for the chase.

  • Aditya Kumar (Jagriti Cricket Club) – Also scored 41 runs off 33 balls (7x4s, 1x6s, SR 124.24) for his team.

  • Sourav (Jagriti Cricket Club) – Contributed 24 runs off 12 balls, including 6 fours.

• Bowling Highlights:

  • Sumit Kumar Mahato (Evergreen Cricket Club) – Was exceptionally economical, taking 2 wickets for just 13 runs in 3 overs with an economy of 4.33.

  • Pranay Piyush (Evergreen Cricket Club) – Chipped in with 2 wickets for 18 runs in 3.1 overs.

  • Divyanshu Pandey (Jagriti Cricket Club) – Picked up 4 wickets, though at a higher economy, in 3.2 overs.

Evergreen Cricket Club’s swift chase demonstrated their aggressive batting lineup and a strong team performance in the B Division.

A Division Second Semi-Final Showdown: Challengers Cricket Club vs. Elite Cricket Club!

The excitement in the Seraikela-Kharsawan A Division League reaches fever pitch as we look forward to the second semi-final match!

On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at CASK Ground 2, Adityapur, two formidable teams will battle it out for the remaining spot in the A Division final:

• Challengers Cricket Club (Group A Runners-up): A strong contender, Challengers Cricket Club secured their semi-final berth by winning 3 out of their 4 group stage matches. They’ve shown resilience and skill throughout the tournament, proving they can perform under pressure.

• Elite Cricket Club (Group B Winners): The undisputed leaders of Group B, Elite Cricket Club has been in sensational form, winning all 4 of their group stage matches. Their dominant run, marked by consistent performances, makes them a team to watch.

This promises to be an epic encounter between two teams at the top of their game, with the winner advancing to face Students Cricket Club in the grand finale. Will Challengers Cricket Club rise to the ‘challenge’ and overcome the dominant Elite Cricket Club, or will Elite Cricket Club continue their unbeaten streak into the final?

Don’t miss this thrilling semi-final clash! Be there to witness history in the making!

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