A magnificent century by Rupesh Yadav powered Chandigarh to a commanding five-wicket victory over Delhi in their last league match of the Vinoo Mankad Trophy at Vizianagaram on Friday. Chasing a challenging target of 290 runs, Chandigarh reached 293 for five in just 41.3 overs, registering an emphatic win built around Yadav’s match-winning knock of 167 runs. With this win, UT boys sailed into the knockout stage as the team stood second in the group with three wins out of five fixtures.
Opening batter Meet Dahiya provided valuable support with a well-compiled 63 including eight boundaries. The pair laid the foundation for the successful chase, taking Chandigarh to a strong position.
Delhi fought back through Bugga, who claimed four wickets for 58 runs, reducing Chandigarh to 29 for four at one stage. Rupesh who held the fort in the middle and faced 125 deliveries and struck 23 boundaries and five sixes Captain and wicketkeeper Ehit Salaria remained unbeaten on 33.
Earlier, Delhi posted 289 for six in their stipulated 50 overs after opting to bat. Captain Aaryavir Sehwag led from the front with a spectacular 173 and smashed 19 fours and eight sixes. Arnav Bugga contributed 47..
For Chandigarh, Rupesh also impressed with the ball, claiming two wickets.
