Dindigul Dragons storm to nine-wicket TNPL win - Ashwin’s 49 sparks chase

The Dindigul Dragons stormed to a nine-wicket victory over the Madurai Panthers in the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2025, chasing down a target of 151 runs in just 12.3 overs at the SCF Cricket Ground in Salem.

Opening batsman Ravichandran Ashwin was the star of the chase, scoring a brisk 49 runs off 29 balls. He forged a commanding 124-run partnership with Shivam Singh for the first wicket, setting the foundation for a dominant win.

Earlier, Madurai Panthers posted a modest total of 150/8, with Atheeq Ur Rahman top-scoring with 50 off 41 balls. However, the Panthers' efforts were undermined by fielding errors, including multiple overthrows that gifted the Dragons extra runs.

Dindigul’s captain Ashwin, who won the toss and elected to field first, praised his team’s clinical chase. The victory lifts the Dragons to third place in the TNPL points table with four points, while the Panthers remain sixth with just one win.

"Ashwin’s aggressive start and the solid opening stand made the chase straightforward," a team official said.

The Dragons’ emphatic win highlights their strong form in the tournament and boosts their chances of advancing further in the competition.

Key stats:
- Dindigul Dragons won by nine wickets
- Target of 151 chased in 12.3 overs
- Ashwin’s 49 runs off 29 balls
- 124-run opening partnership

The match also featured a notable moment when Ashwin’s throw at the stumps led to three extra runs due to overthrows, adding to the Panthers’ woes.

This comprehensive performance by the Dragons underscores their intent to be serious contenders in the TNPL 2025 season.

Dindigul Dragons secured a commanding nine-wicket victory over Madurai Panthers in the TNPL 2025, chasing 151 runs in 12.3 overs. Ravichandran Ashwin’s explosive 49 off 29 balls anchored a 124-run opening partnership, propelling Dragons to third place in the points table.