Patiala secured a thrilling two-wicket victory over hosts Ludhiana on Wednesday in the opening league match of Group D in the Inter-District U-19 One-Day Cricket Tournament, played at the GRD Academy ground on Hambran Road.
Match Overview
Opting to field first, Patiala bowled out Ludhiana for 142 runs in 38.1 overs. In reply, Patalia chased down the target in 41.2 overs, finishing at 146 for 8 after a late scare.
Ludhiana's Innings
Ludhiana's batting collapsed early, slipping to 33 for 3. Sargunveer Singh anchored the innings with a patient 51 off 87 balls, while Hemant Verma contributed a valuable 30. However, regular wickets prevented any significant partnerships, and the hosts were bowled out for a below-par total.
Patiala's Bowling
Patiala's bowling attack was led by Yuvraj Singh, who claimed 3 wickets for 24 runs, and Yuvraj Chalana, who took 3 for 39. Kabir Singla also impressed with figures of 2 for 15, ensuring Ludhiana could not build momentum.
Patiala's Chase and Vansh Rana's Heroics
In response, Patiala started strongly, reaching 56 for 2 thanks to Ranveer Singh Saheta's aggressive 39. However, Ludhiana's Vansh Rana produced a match-turning spell of 5 for 17, ripping through the middle order and reducing Patiala from 138 for 5 to 142 for 8. Despite Rana's heroics, Sahibjotveer Singh's composed 32 and Arvind Singh's gritty 34 guided Patiala to victory.
Upcoming Match
Ludhiana will next face Sangrur at the latter's home venue on July 12.
