Harshit Shokeen’s blazing century powers Tiger Brothers to 7-wicket win in Chhabra-Kohli Memorial

New Delhi: Harshit Shokeen produced a scintillating century to guide Tiger Brothers Cricket Academy to a convincing seven-wicket victory over City Cricket Academy in a league match of the first UST OP Chhabra and VM Kohli Memorial U-17 Cricket Tournament at Raghuvir Singh Modern School, Uttam Nagar.

Chasing a target of 229, Tiger Brothers made light work of the chase, reaching 229 for three in just 26.1 overs. Harshit, who was named Man of the Match, smashed 100 off only 60 balls, hitting 15 fours and four sixes. He received excellent support from Vivaan Rangra, who scored a quickfire 50 off 25 deliveries, including four fours and three sixes.

Earlier, City Cricket Academy posted 228 for six in their allotted 40 overs. Pranav Makkar top-scored with 50 off 64 balls, striking five fours, while Lakshey Barthwal contributed 45 off 38 deliveries, with four boundaries.

Tiger Brothers' bowling effort was led by Sarvagya Pal, who claimed three wickets for 34 runs, including three maiden overs. Abhijeet also bowled effectively, returning figures of one for 25 with a maiden over.

In reply, Harshit and Vivaan's aggressive batting ensured Tiger Brothers comfortably surpassed the target, with nearly 14 overs to spare. Lakshey Barthwal and Shaurya Juyal picked up one wicket each for City Cricket Academy.

Harshit Shokeen received the UST Man of the Match award, while Lakshey Barthwal was named UST Fighter of the Match for his performance.

Brief Scores

City Cricket Academy: 228/6 in 40 overs (Pranav Makkar 50 (64b, 5x4), Lakshey Barthwal 45 (38b, 4x4); Sarvagya Pal 3/34, Abhijeet 1/25) lost to Tiger Brothers Cricket Academy: 229/3 in 26.1 overs (Harshit Shokeen 100 (60b, 15x4, 4x6), Vivaan Rangra 50 (25b, 4x4, 3x6); Lakshey Barthwal 1/40, Shaurya Juyal 1/40)

Tags : Kohli, Cricket, Delhi, Junior cricket, under-17