Ernakulam wins Kerala Mens T20 by 19 runs; Ajith V shines with economical bowling

Ernakulam secured a 19-run victory over DCA Thrissur in the Kerala Mens T20 Challenger Trophy, powered by Arun KA's explosive 78 off 49 balls. Ajith V's tight bowling spell of 4 overs for 17 runs played a crucial role in restricting the opposition.

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Ernakulam clinched the Kerala Mens T20 Challenger Trophy by defeating DCA Thrissur by 19 runs.
Ernakulam posted a competitive total of 184/5 in 20 overs, setting a challenging target for Thrissur.
Despite a strong innings from Arun KA, who scored 78 runs off 49 balls with 6 sixes, Thrissur could only manage 165/8 in their 20 overs.
Ajith V was the star performer with the ball, delivering an exceptional spell of 4 overs, 17 runs, and 4 wickets, maintaining an economical rate of 4.25 runs per over.
His bowling was instrumental in restricting Thrissur and securing the victory for Ernakulam.

The match highlighted Ajith V's bowling prowess and Ernakulam's balanced team performance, combining solid batting and disciplined bowling to claim the title.

Ajith V's bowling figures:
Overs: 4
Maidens: 0
Runs: 17
Wickets: 4
Economy: 4.25

This win adds to Ernakulam's growing reputation in Kerala's T20 cricket circuit, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure and execute game plans effectively.
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Ernakulam defeated DCA Thrissur by 19 runs in the Kerala Mens T20 Challenger Trophy, scoring 184/5. Ajith V was the standout bowler with an economical spell of 4 overs, 17 runs, and 4 wickets, helping secure the win.
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Key Facts
  • Ernakulam won the Kerala Mens T20 Challenger Trophy match by 19 runs against DCA Thrissur.Khel Now
  • DCA Thrissur scored 165/8 in their 20 overs.Khel Now
  • Ernakulam posted a total of 184/5 in 20 overs to set the target.Khel Now
  • Arun KA was the top scorer for Ernakulam with 78 runs off 49 balls, hitting 6 sixes and 6 fours at a strike rate of 159.18.Khel Now
  • Ajith V delivered an economical bowling performance, bowling 4 overs, taking 1 wicket for just 17 runs with an economy rate of 4.25.Khel Now
Key Stats at a Glance
Margin of victory for Ernakulam
19 runs
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DCA Thrissur total score
165/8
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Ernakulam total score
184/5
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Runs scored by Arun KA
78 runs
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Balls faced by Arun KA
49 balls
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Sixes hit by Arun KA
6 sixes
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Fours hit by Arun KA
6 fours
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Strike rate of Arun KA
159.18%
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Overs bowled by Ajith V
4 overs
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Runs conceded by Ajith V
17 runs
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Wickets taken by Ajith V
1 wicket
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Economy rate of Ajith V
4.25 runs per over
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