Bengal T20 League: Priyam's ton, Saksham's 98 set Eden ablaze in Season 3
Synopsis
Two centuries nearly happened on the same night at Eden Gardens — Priyam Sarkar's 100 off 56 was only the fourth ton in Bengal T20 League history, yet ended on the losing side, while Saksham Chaudhary's 98 off 47 came within two runs of matching it and sealed the win for Murshidabad Kings. Season 3 is delivering finishes that are becoming a league trademark.
Key Takeaways
Priyam Sarkar scored 100 off 56 balls — the fourth century in Bengal T20 League history — but finished on the losing side.
Murshidabad Kings chased down 196 to win by 4 wickets , reaching 200/6 in 17.4 overs via the VJD method.
Saksham Chaudhary smashed 98 off 47 balls (10 sixes, 6 fours), falling just 2 runs short of a century.
Shrachi Rarh Tigers beat Rashmi NES Medinipur Wizards by 3 runs ; Raju Halder took 3 for 23 .
Both results continued Bengal T20 League Season 3's pattern of nail-biting finishes, following a one-wicket and a one-run result in the previous two matchdays.
Priyam Sarkar blazed a 100 off 56 balls and Saksham Chaudhary replied with a breathtaking 98 off 47 as Eden Gardens in Kolkata hosted two high-voltage encounters in the Bengal T20 League Season 3 on Tuesday, 17 June. The twin pyrotechnics made it one of the most memorable batting nights in the league's short history, even as both knocks ended on opposite sides of the result.
Priyam's Historic Ton Goes in Vain
Novus Royals Purulia batted first and posted a commanding 196/3 in 18 overs in what was a rain-curtailed contest. Priyam's knock — studded with 10 fours and 6 sixes — was only the fourth century in the Bengal T20 League's history, a landmark that would have warranted celebration had the result gone the other way. Yuvraj Deepak Keshwani provided muscular support with an unbeaten 56 off 27 balls, giving Purulia a total that looked more than competitive on paper.
Saksham's 98 Powers Murshidabad Kings
Murshidabad Kings never looked rattled in their chase. Abhishek Raman set the platform with a brisk 43 at the top, and when he departed, Saksham took over in emphatic fashion. His 10 sixes and 6 fours took the chase to the brink before he fell agonisingly two runs short of what would have been an equally historic century. Ravi Kumar picked up three wickets for Purulia, but it was not enough to stem the tide. Murshidabad crossed the line at 200/6 in 17.4 overs, winning by 4 wickets via the VJD method.
Rarh Tigers Edge Medinipur in a Three-Run Thriller
The second match of the evening was no less dramatic. Shrachi Rarh Tigers batted first and put up 169/9 in 20 overs, with Rohit Kumar's explosive 30 off just 8 balls and Shuvam Dey Sr's measured 35 off 21 providing the backbone. Sayed Irfan Aftab was the pick of the Rashmi NES Medinipur Wizards bowlers, claiming three wickets.
Chasing 170, Medinipur fell agonisingly short at 166/6 despite Abhishek Das' unbeaten 40 off 28 balls. Raju Halder was the hero with the ball, finishing with a match-winning 3 for 23 to seal a 3-run victory for the Tigers.
A League Defined by Last-Over Drama
Tuesday's double-header extended what has become a defining pattern in Bengal T20 League Season 3. The previous two matchdays had already produced a one-wicket win for Shrachi Rarh Tigers and a one-run victory for Kolkata Royal Tigers. With the league heading into its business end, the consistent margin-of-error finishes suggest a closely contested points table and high stakes ahead.
Brief Scores: Novus Royals Purulia 196/3 (18 overs) lost to Murshidabad Kings 200/6 (17.4 overs) by 4 wickets (VJD method). Shrachi Rarh Tigers 169/9 (20 overs) beat Rashmi NES Medinipur Wizards 166/6 (20 overs) by 3 runs.
Point of View
Three results decided by the smallest possible margins — that is not luck, it is a sign of genuine parity across squads. What is particularly striking is that Priyam Sarkar's century, only the fourth in the league's history, still could not win a game, which says as much about the quality of Murshidabad's chase as it does about the format's volatility. If the organisers can sustain this intensity through the knockout rounds, Bengal T20 League has a credible case for being the country's most competitive domestic franchise competition outside the IPL.
NationPress
7 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened in the Bengal T20 League Season 3 match on 17 June?
Two matches were played at Eden Gardens on 17 June. Murshidabad Kings beat Novus Royals Purulia by 4 wickets in a rain-curtailed game, and Shrachi Rarh Tigers edged Rashmi NES Medinipur Wizards by 3 runs in the second fixture.
Did Priyam Sarkar score a century in the Bengal T20 League?
Yes. Priyam Sarkar scored 100 off 56 balls for Novus Royals Purulia, hitting 10 fours and 6 sixes. It was only the fourth century in Bengal T20 League history, though his side ultimately lost the match.
How close was Saksham Chaudhary to a century?
Saksham Chaudhary scored 98 off 47 balls for Murshidabad Kings, falling just 2 runs short of a century. His knock included 10 sixes and 6 fours and was the decisive innings in Murshidabad's successful chase of 196.
Who was the star bowler in the Rarh Tigers vs Medinipur Wizards match?
Raju Halder was the standout bowler for Shrachi Rarh Tigers, taking 3 wickets for 23 runs to help his side defend a total of 169 and win by 3 runs.
What is the pattern of results in Bengal T20 League Season 3 so far?
Season 3 has been marked by extremely close finishes. The previous two matchdays produced a one-wicket win for Shrachi Rarh Tigers and a one-run victory for Kolkata Royal Tigers. Tuesday's double-header continued that trend with a 4-wicket win and a 3-run result.
