Hardik Pandya’s Magical Spells Led Baroda Win Over Bengal

Hardik Pandya’s Magical Spells Led Baroda Win Over Bengal

Hardik Pandya’s all-round brilliance led Baroda to a 41-run win over Bengal. Pandya and Lukman Meriwala’s combined six wickets dominated Bengal’s batting. Baroda posted a competitive 172 and bowled out Bengal for 131 in 18 overs.

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Baroda defeated Bengal in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy quarter-finals by 41 runs. Hardik Pandya and Lukman Meriwala blowing attack, dismantle  Bengal’s batting. The match was held at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Baroda secured their semifinal spot with a complete team performance.

Baroda while batting first has scored 172 runs in 20 overs. Openers Shashwat Rawat and Abhimanyusinh Rajput made a strong 90-run partnership. Despite early breakthroughs, middle-order including Shivalik Sharma, Bhanu Pania and Vishnu Solanki made their strong efforts for Baroda to set a competitive target

In response, Bengal’s chase got tough with Lukman Meriwala’s fiery spell. He dismissed opener Karan Lal, captain Sudip Kumar Gharamu and Ritwik Chatterjee. Lukman’s spell left Bengal at 31/3.

Bengal’s Collapse and Hardik Impact 

Hardik Pandya mar further damage to Bengal’s batting with three wickets. He dismissed Ritvik Roy Chowdhury and Mohammed Shami. Despite a lone fightback, Shahbaz Ahmed, Bengal was bowled out for just 131 in 18 overs. Shahbaz’s crucial 55 runs off 36 balls didn’t take Bengal to the leading side.

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Bengal’s middle and lower order collapsed quickly under pressure. Pandya,Meriwala and Atit perfectly shook the Bengal’s batting lineup.

Baroda’s  Road Ahead

Baroda secured their place in the semi-finals of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy after an incredible victory. Their overall team efforts in both bowling and batting showcased their strong ambition.Meanwhile, Bengal’s exit from the tournament marked the end of a promising campaign.

Players like Hardik Pandya and Lukman Meriwala have emerged as key contributors and will play a pivotal role for the team. Baroda will now focus on maintaining their momentum for the next crucial semi final clash.

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