New Delhi: Star fast bowler Mohammed Siraj delivered a stellar performance in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT), signaling that he is in prime form and ready for a comeback to the national side. Siraj claimed 3 crucial wickets against Mumbai, restricting them to a low total and paving the way for Hyderabad’s dominant victory.
Siraj Leads the Attack:
Despite the presence of big names like Yashasvi Jayaswal (29), Sarfaraz Khan (5), Ajinkya Rahane (9), and Shardul Thakur (0), Mumbai was bowled out for just 131 runs. Siraj’s brilliant spell of 3.5 overs for 17 runs with 3 wickets highlighted his lethal pace and accuracy. Tanay Tyagarajan also contributed with 2 wickets to dismantle the opposition.
Hyderabad Cruises to Victory:
In response, Aman Rao (52*) and Tanmay Agarwal (75) guided Hyderabad to the target in just 11.5 overs, finishing at 132/1 and securing a comfortable 9-wicket win, earning four points.
Nitish Kumar Reddy Takes a Hat-Trick:
In another thrilling encounter, India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy starred for Andhra Pradesh, scoring 25 runs and claiming a hat-trick (3 wickets in 3 consecutive balls, conceding 17 runs in 3 overs) against Madhya Pradesh. Despite his heroics, Andhra could only manage 112/10 in 19.1 overs, while Madhya Pradesh chased it down in 17.3 overs for 6 wickets, with Rishabh Chauhan (47) and Rahul Batham (35*) anchoring the innings. Reddy’s hat-trick came in the third over, dismissing opener Harsh Gawli, No.3 Harpreet Singh Bhatia, and captain Rajat Patidar, reducing Madhya Pradesh to 14/3, but the team recovered to secure all four points.
Conclusion:
Mohammed Siraj’s fiery spell confirms that he is ready to make a comeback, while the struggles of experienced stars like Jayaswal, Shardul, and Sarfaraz highlight the unpredictability and competitive nature of domestic T20 cricket. Hyderabad and Madhya Pradesh’s decisive wins reflect the emerging talent in India’s cricketing circuit.
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