How Did Nidhi Mahto Lead Central Delhi Queens to Victory Against East Delhi Riders?

Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Nidhi Mahto demonstrated outstanding bowling skills.
- The Central Delhi Queens showcased depth in both batting and bowling.
- A solid opening partnership set the foundation for the win.
- East Delhi Riders struggled to find their rhythm.
- The match exemplified the excitement of women’s cricket.
New Delhi, Aug 18 (NationPress) Nidhi Mahto delivered an exceptional bowling performance, leading the Central Delhi Queens to a decisive victory over the East Delhi Riders in their Women’s Delhi Premier League match held at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday.
Batting first, the East Delhi Riders struggled to build momentum and were dismissed for a mere 88 runs in 16.4 overs.
The standout performer was, without a doubt, Nidhi Mahto (5-15), whose outstanding spell saw her take five wickets, effectively dismantling the Riders’ batting order on her own. She received vital support from Priya Mishra and Avleen Kaur, who contributed with one wicket each, leaving the Riders with no chances.
When it came to chasing a modest target, the Queens made a fantastic start with a solid opening partnership of 65 runs between Deeksha Sharma and Nishika Singh. Nishika played a steady role, scoring 22 runs off 24 balls before her dismissal. Deeksha, however, adeptly anchored the innings with a fluent 45 runs off 40 balls, maintaining a firm grip on the game.
Although the Queens faced a momentary setback losing two quick wickets—Deeksha after her impressive innings and Monika for a duck to Vanshika Lila—the duo of Saachi and Avleen Kaur ensured there were no further disruptions. The pair skillfully led their team to a comfortable seven-wicket win.
This emphatic victory not only highlighted Nidhi Mahto's match-winning skills but also showcased the well-rounded bowling attack and batting depth of the Central Delhi Queens.
Brief scores:
East Delhi Riders: 88 all out in 16.4 overs (Nidhi Mahto 5-15, Priya Mishra 1-14, Avleen Kaur 1-20) lost to Central Delhi Queens: 89/3 in 13.5 overs (Deeksha Sharma 45, Nishika Singh 22; Vanshika Lila 2/18) by eight wickets with 25 balls remaining.