Himanshu Chawla’s brisk 57 helps CAG win against Mumbai Police in 13th DY Patil Cup
It was the 3rd match between CAG and Mumbai Police at the University ground in Mumbai. While CAG was confident and in a positive momentum after winning the first two matches it was important for Mumbai police to win the match as they are yet to win any matches in the tournament.
Though CAG lost the toss, they took the full benefit of batting first as they posted a healthy score of 200/4 in 20 overs. While Swapnil was out for 4, Bravesh played a wonderful knock of 56 coming of just 41 balls. The highlight of the CAG innings was the aggressive right handed batsman from Punjab named Himanshu Chawla. Himanshu scored a brisk 31 ball 57 & completely dominated the bowlers. He created a good partnership with Bravesh and also upped the run rate for CAG team. Himanshu’s 57 included 6 fours and 2 straight sixes & he was completely entertaining for the spectators. Ankur Jhulia and Ankit Sharma played aggressive cricket too down the order to propel the team’s total to 200.
Chasing 201, Mumbai police gave a tough fight & fought hard. Mumbai police scored 172/7 in 20 overs, thanks to some great bowling by the CAG bowlers the opposition fell short of 28 runs & lost the game. Talented Harsh Tank scored a solid 47 ball 56 for Mumbai. CAG Skipper Ankit Sharma also bowled well for his 2/31 in 4 overs. Ankit Sharma who is a left arm spinner also plays in IPL for Pune warriors while Ritu Raj singh was also excellent with the ball taking 3/14 in 4 overs.
CAG won their 3rd consecutive match with Himanshu Chawla being adjudged “man of the match” CAG team will go ahead with a lot of positive momentum in their next match against BPCL.
