Rinku Singh smashes 39 off 12 in UP T20 League
Kolkata Knight Riders's (KKR) star, Rinku Singh, showcased his exceptional batting skills in the ongoing Uttar Pradesh T20 League (UPT20 2024). The match was held between Meerut Mavericks and Lucknow Falcons on September 1. Rinku, who is also the captain of Meerut Mavericks, delivered an impressive performance by scoring a quickfire 39 runs from just 12 balls. This feat was achieved at an extraordinary strike rate of 325.
Rinku's explosive start and contribution to team's score
Rinku, a dynamic middle-order batter, began his innings with a boundary. He continued this aggressive approach throughout his stint at the crease. His explosive batting included three boundaries and four sixes. Despite his efforts, the Lucknow Falcons emerged victorious in the rain-affected match by eight wickets with one ball remaining. Rinku's powerful performance significantly contributed to Meerut's total of 142/1 in their allotted 11 overs due to rain interruption.
Lucknow Falcons's triumphant chase despite Rinku's fireworks
Despite Rinku's impressive performance, his team could not secure a win. The Lucknow Falcons successfully chased down the revised target of 154 runs in 11 overs, as per the DLS method. Harsh Tyagi and Samarth Singh provided an aggressive start for their team with a rapid 95-run partnership off just 39 balls. This strong opening set the stage for their eventual victory over Meerut Mavericks.
Key performances in Falcons's successful run chase
Harsh Tyagi contributed a significant 49 runs from 22 balls, including six fours and two sixes. Samarth Singh was the standout performer for Lucknow, scoring an impressive 69 off just 27 balls. His innings featured nine boundaries and four sixes. Singh also built a crucial 57-run partnership with Kritagya Singh in just 25 balls, further strengthening their team's position in the match.
Garg's decisive four seals victory for Lucknow Falcons
In the final over, Zeeshan Ansari dismissed Samarth Singh when only two runs were needed from three balls. Lucknow's captain, Priyam Garg, then stepped up to the crease at No. 4 and secured their win by hitting a four off his very first ball. This decisive shot marked the end of an exciting match in the Uttar Pradesh T20 League (UPT20 2024).
