Hustlers
241 for 2 off 25 overs
Ravi 107 not out
Cliff 88
Chris 19
Raiders CC
231 for 6 off 25 overs
Raj 62
Muni 43
Devin 30
Hustlers upset the form book earlier today with a hard fought victory against the undefeated Raiders squad.
Having been put into bat by Raiders, the Hustlers batsmen posted a score of 241 for 2 in their 25 overs faced.
Ravi 107 not out and Cliff 88 set about the Raiders bowling with an aggresive partnership of 204 which seemed to be a winning score. They both batted beautifully and sensibly with some big hitting during their partnership. Cliff fell short of a deserved century but Ravi reached his in the 24th over with a straight drive over the mid on boundary for six. Cliff's 88 was an equalling career high for him.
Raiders came out to bat with other intentions and quickly scored at the required rate.
It all came down to Raiders needing 23 off the last over but they fell short by 11 runs and Hustlers getting the win and 6 points. Mohan bowled the last over with greater control than he had earlier in the day to redeem his below average bowling effort earlier in the innings.
Terry was once again the best bowler for Hustlers who was backed up by the man of the match Ravi who bowled 5 miserly overs for 26 runs. Amar also chimed in with 5 magnificent overs of his own even though he finished wicketless.
Michael in the outfield was superb with some great ground fielding and a match winning catch on the run at deep mid wicket which put Hustlers back in the game when all seemed lost.
Generally is was a good performance by the Hustler team to get the win and they once again showed that when their backs are against the wall they will always come out fighting just to prove to a lot of outsiders that this team is an even match to any team in this league. Their consistency is the only thing letting them down this season.
Hustlers season is now prolonged for another week after their latest win and next week they will face Guyana Heat at 19th street in another must win game for them.
What a great game of cricket by both sides. Raiders fell short in reaching the 242 for victory. Best game of the season so far i seen.
ReplyDeleteYes, it was great game of softball cricket. Plenty runs, good shots, food, drinks, good camaraderie, and most of all the spectators and supporters of both teams had great time. Wish this for all.
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