• Meerut Mavericks clinched the 2024 UP T20 title with victory against Kanpur Superstars in the final.

  • Madhav Kaushik was the top-scorer for the Mavericks.

Meerut Mavericks lift the 2024 UP T20 title with thrilling win over Kanpur Superstars
Meerut Mavericks - UP T20 2024 Champions (PC: X)

In the final of the Uttar Pradesh (UP) T20 2024, the Meerut Mavericks triumphed over the Kanpur Superstars by 5 wickets, clinching the title at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.

Sameer Rizvi  and Shaurya Singh guide Kanpur Superstars to 190/5

After winning the toss, the Meerut Mavericks elected to bowl first. The Kanpur Superstars posted a competitive total of 190 runs for 5 wickets in their 20 overs. Sameer Rizvi was the standout performer with the bat, scoring 57 runs off 36 balls, while Shaurya Singh contributed a quick-fire 56 runs off just 23 balls, hitting 6 fours and 3 sixes. Shoaib Siddiqui also chipped in with a solid 35 runs off 31 balls.

For the Mavericks, Yash Garg was the pick of the bowlers, claiming 3 wickets for 47 runs in his 4 overs. Zeeshan Ansari and Vishal Chaudhary also took a wicket each, helping to contain the Superstars to a manageable total.

Swastik Chikara and Madhav Kaushik steer Meerut Mavericks to victory

Chasing 191 runs, the Meerut Mavericks got off to a shaky start, losing Akshay Dubey for a duck. However, Swastik Chikara and Madhav Kaushik steadied the innings with explosive batting. Chikara scored 62 runs off 31 balls, while Kaushik played a crucial knock of 69 not out off 43 balls, hitting 5 sixes and 2 fours.

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Despite a few wickets falling towards the end,  Kaushik and Ritik Vats (20 not out) ensured that the Mavericks crossed the finish line with 196 runs for 5 wickets in 19.4 overs.

Result and Player of the Match

The Meerut Mavericks’ victory by 5 wickets secured them the Uttar Pradesh T20 2024 title. Madhav Kaushik was named Player of the Match for his outstanding innings that played a pivotal role in the chase.

This victory marks a significant achievement for the Mavericks, showcasing their strength throughout the tournament.

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