Manipal Tigers Secure Legends League Title in Thrilling Final Triumph

Manipal Tigers Secure Legends League Title in Thrilling Final Triumph

VoM News Desk | December 10, 2023 | 12:43 PM IST | Cricket, Sports | Follow on Google News

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Manipal Tigers Secure Legends League Title in Thrilling Final Triumph

In a gripping finale at Surat’s Lalabhai Contractor Stadium, Manipal Tigers clinched the 2023 Legends League title by defeating Urbanrisers Hyderabad by 5 wickets, with six balls to spare.

Their all-around display secured them the championship in the tournament’s second edition.

Having faced an initial setback after losing to Urbanrisers Hyderabad in the first qualifier, the Manipal Tigers staged a remarkable comeback.

They overcame India Capitals in the second qualifier to secure a place in the final showdown.

Winning the toss, Manipal Tigers’ skipper Harbhajan Singh chose to bowl first. Urbanrisers’ openers Dwayne Smith and Martin Guptill were off to a rocky start, with Guptill falling to Pankaj Singh without scoring. Smith’s departure at 21 and a strong partnership between Rikki Clarke (80) and Gurkeerat Singh (64) added 122 runs for the third wicket.

Urbanrisers posted a competitive 187/5, propelled by Peter Trego’s quick 17 runs. Pankaj Singh (2/43) stood out among Manipal’s bowlers.

Chasing 188, Manipal’s Robin Uthappa and Chadwick Walton formed a strong opening stand with 71 runs. After a few quick dismissals, Angelo Perera (30) and Asela Gunaratne (51*) steadied the innings.

Thisara Perera’s contribution (25) brought the Tigers to the cusp of victory. With just one run needed, Colin de Grandhomme sealed the win with a six off his first ball, elevating Manipal Tigers to champions.

Stuart Binny’s remarkable 3/20 led Urbanrisers’ bowling attack, while Shadab Jakati and Jerome Taylor secured a wicket each.

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