Odisha T20 League: Keonjhar Miners, Kataka Panthers win big at Barabati
Synopsis
Two dominant displays lit up Barabati Stadium on 27 September: Keonjhar Miners rode Swagat Mishra's 79 and Debabrata Pradhan's 4/17 to a 47-run win over Rourkela, while Kataka Panthers' bowlers skittled Puri Titans for 54 before wrapping up a nine-wicket win — a near-perfect day of cricket in the Odisha T20 League CM Trophy.
Key Takeaways
Keonjhar Miners defeated Rourkela Superstars by 47 runs at Barabati Stadium on 27 September .
Swagat Mishra top-scored with 79 off 49 balls and was named Player of the Match; captain Subhranshu Senapati contributed 65 off 40 .
Debabrata Pradhan was the pick of Keonjhar's bowlers with 4/17 in four overs.
Kataka Panthers beat Puri Titans by nine wickets in a rain-reduced 10-over game; Puri were restricted to 54/7 .
Prashant Rana claimed 3/11 and Sahil Prasad took 2/11 to share five Puri wickets between them.
Kartik Biswal sealed the chase with an unbeaten 39 off 19 deliveries for Kataka.
Keonjhar Miners and Kataka Panthers delivered commanding performances on 27 September to register convincing wins in the Odisha T20 League – CM Trophy at the iconic Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Keonjhar overpowered Rourkela Superstars by 47 runs after posting a commanding 202/7, while Kataka Panthers dismantled Puri Titans by nine wickets in a rain-reduced contest cut to 10 overs per side.
Keonjhar Miners Post 202/7, Senapati and Mishra Lead Charge
Keonjhar Miners captain Subhranshu Senapati and opener Swagat Mishra combined to put the Rourkela bowling attack under sustained pressure. Senapati struck a fluent 65 off 40 deliveries, while Mishra played an attacking knock of 79 off 49 balls. Sujal Singh provided a late flourish with a rapid 26 off 13 deliveries to help Keonjhar cross the 200-run mark and set a total of 202/7 in their allotted 20 overs.
Rourkela's Chase Derailed by Early Collapse
Rourkela Superstars endured a terrible start, crashing to 30/4 in the early overs. Abhishek Yadav and Sawan Pahariya attempted to revive the innings, with Abhishek launching a blistering 71 off 30 deliveries to keep the chase alive. However, a brilliant direct-hit run-out by captain Senapati ended his knock at 121/5 in the 15th over, effectively ending the contest. Rourkela were eventually bowled out for 155/9 in 19.1 overs, with Sambit Baral unable to bat after retiring hurt. Debabrata Pradhan was the star with the ball, returning figures of 4/17 in four overs; Vageesh Sharma picked up 2/19 and Vimal Kumar claimed 2/23.
Player of the Match Swagat Mishra said, 'I'm happy to have contributed to the team's victory. It was a complete team effort, with everyone stepping up at different stages of the game. I'm glad my knock helped us post a strong total and secure the win.'
Kataka Panthers Bowl Out Puri Titans for 54 in 10 Overs
In the second match of the day, Kataka Panthers produced a disciplined bowling display to restrict Puri Titans to a meagre 54/7 in their 10 overs. Puri struggled to build any partnerships, falling at regular intervals throughout the shortened innings. Prashant Rana was the wrecker-in-chief with figures of 3/11 in just two overs, while Sahil Prasad was equally impressive with 2/11 in his two-over spell. Between them, the pair accounted for five wickets.
Biswal's Unbeaten 39 Seals Nine-Wicket Rout
Kataka's chase was briefly interrupted by the early dismissal of MG Gopal, but Biplab Samantray and Kartik Biswal ensured there were no further alarms. Biswal remained unbeaten on 39 off 19 deliveries to guide the Panthers to a comfortable nine-wicket victory with overs to spare. Player of the Match Prashant Rana said, 'The plan was to bowl with discipline, stick to the right areas and make the most of every opportunity. We knew that taking wickets early would put pressure on Puri, and I'm glad I could deliver when the team needed it.'
Both results keep Keonjhar Miners and Kataka Panthers in strong contention as the Odisha T20 League – CM Trophy progresses at Barabati Stadium.
Point of View
Making them more significant. The nine-wicket margin by Kataka also signals a worrying gap in depth between the contenders — if a rain-shortened match exposes a side this severely, the competition's balance needs monitoring as the league progresses.
NationPress
27 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the results of the Odisha T20 League CM Trophy matches on 27 September?
Keonjhar Miners defeated Rourkela Superstars by 47 runs after posting 202/7, while Kataka Panthers beat Puri Titans by nine wickets in a match reduced to 10 overs per side. Both games were played at Barabati Stadium in Cuttack.
Who was Player of the Match in the Keonjhar Miners vs Rourkela Superstars game?
Swagat Mishra was named Player of the Match after scoring 79 off 49 balls to help Keonjhar post 202/7. He combined with captain Subhranshu Senapati (65 off 40) to put Rourkela's bowlers under sustained pressure.
How did Kataka Panthers restrict Puri Titans to 54 runs?
Prashant Rana (3/11 in two overs) and Sahil Prasad (2/11 in two overs) shared five wickets to dismiss Puri Titans for 54/7 in 10 overs. Puri never built any meaningful partnerships in the rain-reduced contest.
Which bowler was the standout performer for Keonjhar Miners?
Debabrata Pradhan was the star bowler for Keonjhar, picking up four wickets for just 17 runs in four overs. Vageesh Sharma (2/19) and Vimal Kumar (2/23) provided strong support.
Where is the Odisha T20 League CM Trophy being played?
The Odisha T20 League CM Trophy is being played at Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha — one of Indian cricket's most storied venues with a long history of hosting international and domestic matches.
