UPL T20 2025: The Eliminator match of the Uttarakhand Premier League 2025, held on October 4th, saw Nainital SG Tigers go head-to-head with Dehradun Warriors in a high-stakes battle for a spot in the final. Nainital, batting first, put up an impressive total of 188 for 8 in their 20 overs.
Shashwat Dangwal Leads the Charge
Shashwat Dangwal was the star with the bat for Nainital, playing a stunning knock of 90 runs off 60 balls, laced with 8 boundaries and 5 sixes. He was well supported by Dikshanshu Negi, who contributed a quickfire 50 off 32 deliveries. Saurabh Rawat added a valuable 30 off just 12 balls, helping the team set a competitive target.
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Dehradun Bowlers Show Some Resistance
Despite the onslaught, Dehradun’s bowlers had some standout performances. Devendra Bora and Mayank Mishra were particularly impressive, both picking up 2 wickets each while keeping things tight. Bora finished with figures of 2 for 27 in his four overs, while Mayank conceded just 31 runs in his quota.
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Dehradun’s Chase Falls Short
Chasing 189 to win, Dehradun Warriors stumbled early. Openers Sanskar Rawat (1) and Yuvraj Chaudhary (5) failed to provide a solid start. Samarth Semwal tried to revive the innings with a blazing 58 off 29 balls, but it wasn’t enough. The team eventually managed 168 for 8 in their 20 overs, falling short by 20 runs.
Nainital March into the Final
With this crucial win, Nainital SG Tigers booked their place in the final, thanks to a collective team effort and standout performances with both bat and ball. Despite the loss, Dehradun’s fight, especially from their bowlers and Semwal’s innings, was commendable.
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