Rajasthan U-23 Team Secures Convincing Victory Over Assam in Col CK Nayudu Trophy
In a commanding display of cricketing prowess, the Rajasthan U-23 cricket team delivered a resounding defeat to Assam by an innings and 64 runs during the fourth and final day of the Col CK Nayudu Trophy Elite match. The thrilling encounter unfolded at the iconic KL Saini Stadium in Jaipur, culminating in a decisive victory for the home side on Monday.
Assam's Batting Collapse Seals Their Fate
Resuming their first innings at an overnight score of 120 for 3, Assam's batting lineup faltered dramatically, adding a mere 66 runs before being bundled out for a total of 186. This collapse set the stage for Rajasthan's dominance, as the team had already posted a formidable first-innings total of 480 runs.
Despite the early setback, Assam's Diwiz Pathak showcased resilience, progressing from an unbeaten 39 to a commendable 58 runs. Roshan Topno contributed 36 runs, while Parvej Musaraf added 33, but their efforts proved insufficient against Rajasthan's disciplined bowling attack.
Rajasthan's Bowling Attack Shines with Key Performances
The medium-pace duo of Chetan Sharma and Deependra Singh emerged as the standout performers for Rajasthan, each claiming three crucial wickets. Anirudh Chouhan complemented their efforts with two wickets, effectively dismantling Assam's batting order and restricting their scoring opportunities.
Mohit Changra also made a significant impact, securing two wickets to further tighten Rajasthan's grip on the match. The collective bowling effort underscored the team's strategic depth and execution under pressure.
Points Table Implications and Match Summary
With this emphatic win, Rajasthan pocketed a valuable 16 points, bolstering their position in the Col CK Nayudu Trophy Elite standings. In contrast, Assam managed to secure only 4 points from the match, highlighting the disparity in performance between the two sides.
The brief scores encapsulate the match's outcome:
- Rajasthan: 480
- Assam: 230 and 186 in 74.2 overs
- Top Performers: Diwiz Pathak (58), Roshan Topno (36), Parvej Musaraf (33); Chetan Sharma (3-31), Deependra Singh (3-40), Anirudh Chouhan (2-18), Mohit Changra (2-65)
This victory not only underscores Rajasthan's cricketing talent at the U-23 level but also sets a positive tone for their future campaigns in domestic tournaments. The team's ability to leverage home advantage at the KL Saini Stadium played a pivotal role in their success, much to the delight of local cricket enthusiasts.
