The highly anticipated Freyer Cup T20 League reaches its grand finale as the Yellow Challengers take on the Silver Strikers on 29th June 2023 at the prestigious Stag Cricket Ground in Chennai. With the trophy on the line, both teams will be aiming to put forth their best performance and etch their names in the history books.
Squads:
Yellow Challengers – Abitha, Anupriya, M V Vishnu Priyaa, Revathi Maha, S G Shrinithi, Janani, Lakshminarayan Nethra, M Yohanya, Karuna, Pavithra Sridharan, Abarna Rajendiran, Janlin Chandra, Jenitha Babu, Sathvika Kanakamanikumar, Shivadharini K M
Silver Strikers – Kamalini, Karthiga, Niranjana Nagarajan, Angel Gangwani, Dellirani, Priyavadhani, Vandana Krishnamoorthy, Yogyasri Kosuri, Aaisha Bee, A Shifa Thaslima, Iswarya Lakshmi R, M Yazhini, Priyanshi Pande, Savitha, Yuvashree
Players to watch out:
Lakshminarayan Nethra
The 28-year-old all-rounder has been in scintillating form throughout the tournament. Nethra kickstarted the Freyer Cup campaign with a stellar all-round performance, scoring a crucial 40-ball 40 and picking up figures of 1/16 (3). She continued her impressive form in the second game, recording 0/12 (2.4) figures and contributing 28 runs off 27 balls. Her ability to make significant contributions with both bat and ball makes her a player to watch out for.
Jenitha Babu
The young prospect showcased her talent in the previous match with well-anchored innings of 22 runs off just 18 balls. In addition to her batting prowess, Babu also bowled two economical overs, conceding only 9 runs. Her ability to handle pressure and deliver under crunch situations makes her an exciting player to keep an eye on.
Kamalini
At just 15 years of age, Kamalini has shown immense potential as a pace all-rounder. In the opening match, she scored a composed 17 off 21 balls and displayed excellent bowling skills, claiming figures of 3/8 (4). She continued her impressive form in the subsequent game, scoring an unbeaten 53 off 51 balls and securing figures of 3/13 (4). Kamalini’s maturity and all-around abilities make her a player to watch out for.
Niranjana Nagarajan
The experienced Indian cricketer and captain of the Silver Strikers, Niranjana Nagarajan, brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to the team. She showcased her class in the last game, contributing a valuable 25 runs. Playing alongside Nagarajan is an incredible opportunity for the players in the team to learn and excel.
Pitch:
The pitch at Stag Cricket Ground is expected to favor the batsmen, providing good conditions for strokeplay. However, there is also assistance for the pacers, making it a well-balanced contest between bat and ball. With a high-scoring total anticipated, fans can expect an entertaining display of power-hitting and intelligent bowling strategies.
Weather:
The weather in Chennai on the match day is expected to be cloudy and bright, with a temperature of 33 degrees Celsius. These ideal conditions will set the stage for an enthralling encounter.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Lakshminarayan Nethra, Pavithra Sridharan, Abarna Rajendiran, Jenitha Babu, Kamalini, Karthiga, Niranjana Nagarajan, Priyavadhani, Vandana Krishnamoorthy, Yogyasri Kosuri, Aaisha Bee.
Match Details:
Date – June 29, 2023
Time – 08:45 AM IST
Venue – Stag Cricket Ground, Chennai
Broadcast – All games of the tournament will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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