By Bootballer Desk • Cricket • Feb 02, 2025 07:31 AM • 134 views
CYC Attariya kicked off their Arjun Trophy campaign in style, thanks to a blistering half-century by Bhim Sarki, securing a thrilling 26-run victory over Dasharath Chand Academy Baitadi at the Fapla Cricket Ground in Dhangadhi.
After being invited to bat first, Attariya posted a formidable total of 164/3 in their allotted 20 overs. Bhim Sarki stood out, smashing an unbeaten 70 off 33 deliveries, including 6 fours and 4 sixes. His explosive innings were complemented by a solid 25* off 17 balls from Bibek Yadav, as the duo stitched together an unbroken 100-run partnership for the fourth wicket. Earlier, opener Trit Raj Das contributed a steady 30 off 34 balls, while Shankar Rana chipped in with 25 runs. For Baitadi, Amar Singh Rautela claimed 2 wickets, and Rupesh Singh took 1.
In response, Dasharath Chand Academy Baitadi fought hard but fell short, managing 138/9 in their 20 overs. Himal Dulia led the charge with a gutsy 39 off 33 balls, including 1 four and 3 sixes, while Basant Khatri (23 off 14) and Sumit Badal (18 off 9) provided brief sparks. However, Attariya's bowlers kept the pressure on, with Vivek Yadav starring again, this time with the ball, claiming 4 wickets. Sahab Alam and Kamal Gupta picked up 2 wickets each, and Dipesh Kadel added 1 to his tally.
Bhim Sarki's all-around brilliance—scoring a match-defining 70* and contributing with his fielding—earned him the Player of the Match honours. Attariya's strong start in the Arjun Trophy sets the tone for what promises to be an exciting tournament.
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