Kanpur: An exceptional all-round performance by Yatharth Nagvanshi, who scored 85 runs and took two wickets, guided Green Park Hostel to a commanding 57-run victory over Friends Union in the semifinal of the KDMA League (Junior Elite Group) on Sunday. With this win, Green Park Hostel booked their place in the tournament final.
Match Summary
Batting first after winning the toss, Green Park Hostel posted a formidable total of 230 runs in their allotted overs. Yatharth Nagvanshi anchored the innings with a brilliant knock of 85 runs, ably supported by Devendra Prajapati (36) and Ankesh (25). For Friends Union, Avinash was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 3 for 34, while Sahil (2 for 32) and Om Sharma (2 for 55) also chipped in.
In response, Friends Union managed only 173 runs before being bowled out. Parth Sapru fought valiantly with 74 runs, and Harsh Mishra contributed 23, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to build partnerships. Karan Yadav and Vishnu Saroj starred with the ball for Green Park Hostel, taking three wickets each, while Yatharth Nagvanshi added two more scalps to his impressive all-round display.
Brief Scores
Green Park Hostel: 230 all out (Yatharth Nagvanshi 85, Devendra Prajapati 36, Ankesh 25; Avinash 3/34, Sahil 2/32, Om Sharma 2/55)
Friends Union: 173 all out (Parth Sapru 74, Harsh Mishra 23; Karan Yadav 3/24, Vishnu Saroj 3/43, Yatharth Nagvanshi 2/42)
The victory sets up an exciting final for Green Park Hostel, who will look to carry forward their momentum and clinch the title in the upcoming championship match.
