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TNPL 2024, Final: R Ashwin lifts Dindigul Dragons to their maiden title win
Dindigul Dragons’ TNPL title drought has finally come to an end as they were lifted to their maiden title win by their skipper Ravichandaran Ashwin, who played a match-winning knock of (52) to help Dindigul Dragons outplay LYCA Kovai Kings by six wickets in the final on Sunday at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. On the other hand, Lyca Kovai Kings’ TNPL title defence came to a chastening end as Dindigul Dragons dominated them from the get-go.
Dragons’ chase of (130) began on a shaky note after they lost both of their openers for low scores, setting the stage for what appeared to be a challenging pursuit of the target. However, the middle-order batters showcased their mettle under pressure in the form of R Ashwin and Baba Indrajith putting the team back into the game. Indrajith departed after contributing (32), but R Ashwin continued with his assault to put the team on the path of victory.
Earlier, Put into bat, Lyca Kovai Kings struggled to find their rhythm as the Dragons’ bowlers maintained a tight grip throughout the innings. Despite a promising start by opener S Sujay scoring (22 off 12), Kings’ batting lineup faltered, failing to form substantial partnerships. Somehow, Kovai Kings managed to get a modest total of 129 for 7 in 20 overs. Ram Arvindh and Atheeq Ur Rahman gave much-needed help with their scores of (27) and (25) respectively.
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AUS vs IND 1st Test Day 1 Stumps: Bumrah’s blistering spell leaves Australia in lurch
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WI vs BAN 1st Test: Both sides gear up for the first encounter
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Rohit Sharma to link up with India squad in Australia on November 24
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IPL 2025 dates revealed, to begin on March 14: Reports
The dates for the upcoming three editions of the cash-rich league Indian Premier League have been revealed. As per reports, IPL 2025 will begin on March 14 and the final will be held on May 25. While, the IPL 2026 will begin on March 15 and end on May 31. And the IPL 2027 will be played between March 14 and May 30.
Though, the IPL has described ...
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