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Sanchita Chatterjee, BS News Agency, Kolkata, June 10: A fine all-round performance helped Shrachi Rarh Tigers secure a 59-run victory over Murshidabad Kings via the DLS Method in the Bengal T20 League Season 3 at Eden Gardens on Wednesday.
Asked to bat first, Rarh Tigers posted an imposing 188/5 in their 20 overs. Shuvam Dey Sr led the charge with 51 off 40 deliveries, while Sumit Nag (37 off 22), Gaurav Singh Chauhan (34 off 19) and Sumanta Gupta (27 off 18) made valuable contributions to power their side to a challenging total.
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For Murshidabad Kings, Saksham Chaudhary (2/42) and Nuruddin Mondal (2/25) were the most successful bowlers.
In reply, Murshidabad Kings struggled to keep pace with the required rate and were reduced to 121/9 in 15.5 overs when rain interrupted play. With conditions preventing any further action, Rarh Tigers were declared winners by 59 runs under the DLS Method.
Abhishek Raman top-scored for Murshidabad with 47 off 34 balls. For Rarh Tigers, Rohit Kumar starred with figures of 3/8, while Rahul Prasad (3/26) and Shahbaz Ahmed (2/25) played key roles in a disciplined bowling effort.
Brief Scores – Shrachi Rarh Tigers vs Murshidabad Kings
Shrachi Rarh Tigers: 188/5 (20 overs)
Murshidabad Kings: 121/9 (15.5 overs)
Result: Shrachi Rarh Tigers won by 59 runs (DLS Method)