• Jaydev Unadkat claimed nine wickets for Sussex against Leicestershire in County Championship 2023.

  • Unadkat's crucial six-wicket haul in the second innings sealed a 15-run victory for his side.

Jaydev Unadkat’s six-wicket haul helps Sussex seal narrow win against Leicestershire – County Championship 2023
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  • Sussex’ great escape, courtesy of Jaydev Unadkat

    • In a memorable debut, India’s left-arm fast bowler, Jaydev Unadkat, showcased his exceptional talent by taking six remarkable wickets for Sussex against Leicestershire in the ongoing County Championship 2023. Unadkat’s skill and determination proved crucial in overcoming Leicestershire’s spirited resistance. Ultimately, his match-winning spell at the Central County Ground in Hove led to a hard-fought 15-run victory for the team under the captaincy of Cheteshwar Pujara. This victory marked only the second County Championship win of the season for Sussex, providing a much-needed boost to their campaign.

    In a remarkable display of resilience and skill, the 31-year-old overcame the discomfort of a sore ankle to deliver a stellar performance. He bowled 32.4 overs, claiming an outstanding 6/94 in the second innings.

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    Here is the video of Undakat’s sixth wicket as Sussex claim victory:

    Sussex’ great escape, courtesy of Jaydev Unadkat

    In a thrilling cricketing spectacle at Hove, Leicestershire’s audacious run chase came agonizingly close to etching its name in history as their greatest ever. Falling just 15 runs short of the monumental target of 499, the team’s valiant effort was a testament to their determination. Colin Ackermann (136) and Umar Amin (94) played valiant knocks, putting up their all to take their side to a remarkable win. However, it was Unadkat who stole the spotlight as the unexpected hero of this cricketing fairytale. The Indian pacer’s remarkable performance, snaring six crucial wickets, including the final four in a breathtaking span of 31 balls, ultimately proved to be the pivotal factor in Sussex’s victory. Notably, his scalps included the resilient contributions of Tom Scriven (78) and Ben Cox (58), who had taken Leicestershire within touching distance of their dream victory.

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