What Happened in the Shivamogga Lions vs. Mysore Warriors Match?

Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Mysore Warriors scored 167/7 in their innings.
- Darshan MB stood out with a three-wicket haul.
- The match ended due to rain, resulting in both teams earning a point.
- Karthik SU and Lankesh KS were crucial for the Warriors' recovery.
- The encounter showcased the challenges of outdoor sports.
Mysore, Aug 17 (NationPress) The encounter between the Shivamogga Lions and Mysore Warriors at the Srikantadatta Narasimharaja Wadiyar Stadium was called off due to rain, leading both teams to earn a point each in the Shriram Capital Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20.
Initially, Karthik SU and Lankesh KS played crucial roles in reviving the Warriors' innings after a sluggish start, allowing them to finish at 167/7. The standout bowler for the Lions was Darshan MB, who captured three wickets.
The Lions opted to bowl first, applying significant pressure on the Warriors during the powerplay. Anand Doddamani was the first to strike, dismissing Karthik CA (14 off 16) in the third over, followed by Vidwath Kaverappa getting Venkatesh M (1) caught behind shortly after. Though Karthik SU attempted to counterattack with two sixes, the Warriors ended the powerplay with a mere 35 runs.
As the innings progressed, the Warriors were in trouble when Harshil Dharmani (9 off 15) fell to Hardik, bringing the score to 45/3 after nine overs.
However, Lankesh (46 off 26) partnered with Karthik SU to establish a rapid 69-run partnership off 40 balls. Lankesh notably dominated Doddamani in the 13th over, scoring 19 runs with three fours and a six.
Darshan MB ended Karthik SU's innings in the 15th over, while Vasuki Koushik dismissed Lankesh in the 17th over, leaving the Warriors at 125/5. Manish Pandey (23* off 13) contributed significantly, even as Darshan MB took out Sumit (11) and K Gowtham (7).
In the closing stages, Yashovardhan Parantap hit a six in the final over, helping the Warriors reach a competitive total of 167/7.
Brief Scores:
Mysore Warriors: 167/7 in 20 overs (Karthik SU 42 runs off 33 balls, Lankesh KS 46 runs off 26 balls, Manish Pandey 23* runs off 13 balls, Darshan MB 3/37)
Shivamogga Lions: Did not bat