The second day of the Future Star Under-15 Championship saw rain disrupt proceedings in Ghaziabad, with one match abandoned and another reduced to 17 overs per side. In the only completed fixture, Meerut Spartans defeated Noida Blaze by 18 runs, thanks to a brilliant all-round display from Aayan Siddiqui.
Rain Wipes Out Sonipat vs Jayqoo Panthers
The afternoon fixture between Sonipat Kings and Jayqoo Panthers, Faridabad, was washed out without a ball being bowled, leaving both teams without a result, according to a release from the tournament organizers.
Rachit Anchors Meerut Recovery
In the evening game, reduced to 17 overs a side, Meerut Spartans were struggling at 81 for 7 before Rachit played a match-defining knock, remaining unbeaten on 61 off 38 balls. Aayan Siddiqui provided late impetus with an unbeaten 23 off 14 deliveries, helping the Spartans post a competitive 130 for 7.
Aayan Siddiqui's All-Round Heroics
Aayan then shone with the ball, claiming 3 for 16 in his spell. Noida Blaze's chase was anchored by Akib Saifi, who scored 47, but his dismissal triggered a collapse. Despite Saksham Aswal's unbeaten 32, Noida could only manage 112 for 5, falling short by 18 runs.
Brief scores: Meerut Spartans 130/7 in 17 overs (Rachit 61*, Aayan Siddiqui 23*; Dev Nagar 2/27, Naitik Bhati 2/27) beat Noida Blaze 112/5 in 17 overs (Akib Saifi 47, Saksham Aswal 32*; Aayan Siddiqui 3/16) by 18 runs. Aayan Siddiqui was named Player of the Match for his all-round contribution.
Day 3 Fixtures
The tournament continues on June 26 with Flying Fire Delhi Chargers taking on Sonipat Kings, followed by Gurugram Vipers facing Noida Blaze.
