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World Legends Pro T20: Guptill Leads Pune Panthers to Winning Start

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes ||Team Allycaral 

The second match of the World Legends Pro T20 League came alive with a star-studded contest as Shane Watson’s Pune Panthers took on Thisara Perera’s Gurugram Thunders. Featuring global stars, Indian icons, and former World Cup winners, the encounter delivered high-intensity cricket, culminating in a sensational chase led by Martin Guptill.


After winning the toss, Gurugram Thunders elected to bat first and posted a competitive 159 for 5 in their allotted 20 overs. Ross Taylor anchored the innings with a composed knock, steadying the side after early setbacks. Despite losing wickets, the Thunders maintained momentum through the middle overs.

Dwayne Bravo applied pressure with two quick wickets, but Taylor found able support in Colin de Grandhomme. The duo stitched together a crucial partnership that stabilised the innings and ensured Gurugram reached a defendable total.

In response, Pune Panthers suffered an early blow with the dismissal of Shane Watson. Guptill, however, counterattacked with authority, anchoring a vital 72-run partnership to bring the Panthers back on course. His aggressive strokeplay kept the run rate in check and put the Thunders under constant pressure.

Though Pune lost a few wickets during the middle overs, Afghan all-rounder Samiullah Shinwari made a telling contribution. Earlier, he had struck twice with the ball, dismissing both Gurugram openers, and later added valuable runs with a quick 21 off 10 balls.

Guptill remained the driving force of the chase, smashing 68 runs off just 28 deliveries to guide Pune Panthers past the target with four wickets in hand, sealing an impressive opening victory in the tournament.


Brief Scores

Gurugram Thunders: 159/5 (20 overs)

Ross Taylor – 41 (36)

Mohammad Faiz Khan – 35 (27)

Samiullah Shinwari – 2/42 (3 overs)


Pune Panthers: 160/6 (17 overs)

Martin Guptill – 68 (28)

Samiullah Shinwari – 21 (8)

Stuart Broad – 1/11 (2 overs)

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Bengaluru, December 26, 2025: Delhi’s batting star Virat Kohli once again demonstrated his white-ball dominance with a blistering 53 not out off 29 deliveries in their Vijay Hazare Trophy clash against Gujarat at the BCCI Centre of Excellence.

In his second domestic List A match in 15 years, Kohli’s innings featured 11 fours and a six, yielding a remarkable strike rate of 182.76. Delhi reached 62 for one early in their innings, setting the tone for a commanding performance.

This came after Kohli’s unbeaten 131 off 101 balls in a thrilling chase against Andhra Pradesh on December 24, where he shared a vital partnership with opener Priyansh Arya to guide Delhi past Andhra’s 298-run total. Fans and cricket analysts alike hailed Kohli’s innings as peak white-ball aggression, dubbing it “T20 mode,” a sign of his readiness and form as Delhi, captained by Rishabh Pant, look to build momentum in the tournament.

With this performance, Kohli not only reinforced his reputation as a modern-day batting maestro but also sent a strong message to domestic and international cricket followers that his firepower in limited-overs cricket remains unmatched.

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High-Flying India Aim to Dominate South Africa in Second T20I at New Chandigarh

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Mullanpur, New Chandigarh: India will look to tighten their grip on the ongoing T20I series as they face South Africa in the second match at the New Chandigarh Cricket Stadium on Thursday. After a commanding performance in the series opener, the Men in Blue enter the contest with momentum, confidence, and home advantage firmly on their side.

In the first T20I, Hardik Pandya was the standout performer, blasting a quickfire 59 off 28 balls and contributing with the ball to dismantle South Africa’s middle order. India’s pacers, Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh, delivered with early breakthroughs that left the visitors struggling to recover.

With a batting lineup that runs deep until number eight, India have the luxury of multiple power-hitters capable of accelerating at any stage. The team is expected to retain its winning combination, maintaining stability as they eye a comprehensive series win.

Gill Under the Radar

Shubman Gill’s T20 form since his Asia Cup return has been inconsistent, making his role at the top critical. Despite modest scores, team management continues to back him, hoping he can turn starts into significant contributions. A strong innings from Gill could add immense weight to India’s already formidable top order featuring in-form batter Abhishek Sharma, India’s current No.1 T20I player.

Suryakumar Yadav’s Chance to Settle

Captain Suryakumar Yadav, navigating a year of fluctuating form, will look to bring stability and explosive middle-order firepower as India prepare for their T20 World Cup title defence on home soil.

South Africa Face Steep Climb

South Africa suffered a dramatic 74-run collapse in the first match and will need quick recalibration. With little turnaround time, the visitors must build partnerships, rotate strike efficiently, and counter India’s multi-dimensional attack.

However, India’s balanced side, fearless approach, and favourable conditions in New Chandigarh make a South African comeback an uphill battle.

Match starts at 7 PM IST.

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Goa Beat Bihar by 5 Wickets in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Elite T20 Thriller

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Kolkata: Goa secured a confident and clinical five-wicket victory over Bihar in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Elite T20 clash held at the Salt Lake JU Second Campus, Kolkata. Chasing a competitive target of 181, Goa displayed composure and strong batting depth to finish the game with just one ball remaining.

Earlier, Bihar posted a solid total of 180/7 in 20 overs. S. Agni anchored the innings with a well-crafted 60 off 41 balls, stabilizing the middle order. Vaibhav Suryavanshi injected momentum with a brisk 46 from 25 balls, while Akash Raj contributed a steady 40 off 31 deliveries.

Goa’s bowling unit showed good discipline, with Deepraj Gaonkar leading the attack, claiming 4 wickets for 38 runs. Arjun Tendulkar supported well with figures of 2/32, ensuring Bihar didn’t run away with a bigger total.

In response, Goa’s chase was powered by a brilliant match-winning knock from Suyash S. Prabhudessai, who scored a blazing 79 off 46 balls. His aggressive yet controlled innings laid the foundation for the chase. Kashyap Bakle added crucial support with a composed 64 off 49 deliveries, keeping the scoreboard ticking.

With the match heading toward a tight finish, Lalit Yadav held his nerve to score an unbeaten 21 off 12 balls, guiding Goa to 184/5 in 19.5 overs. Suyash Prabhudessai was deservedly awarded the Man of the Match for his outstanding performance.

The victory boosts Goa’s momentum in the tournament as they look ahead to their upcoming fixtures with confidence.

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Goa Thrash Madhya Pradesh by 7 Wickets in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20

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Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk

Goa delivered an outstanding performance against Madhya Pradesh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Elite T20 match, securing a comfortable 7-wicket win with 9 balls to spare at Salt Lake JU Second Campus in Kolkata.

The standout performers for Goa were captain Suyash Prabhudessai and Abhinav Tejarana, who scored crucial half-centuries to guide their team to victory. Winning the toss, Goa elected to bowl first, putting Madhya Pradesh into bat. MP managed to post a competitive total of 170/6 in their 20 overs, with Harpreet Singh Bhatia top-scoring with an unbeaten 80 off 52 balls, supported by Aniket Verma’s 34 and captain Rajat Patidar’s 29. For Goa, Arjun Tendulkar impressed with his bowling, claiming 3 wickets for 36 runs, while Heramb Parab took 2 for 27 and Koushik chipped in with one wicket.

During the chase, Goa stumbled early, losing openers Ishan Gadekar (5) and Arjun Tendulkar (16) cheaply. However, Abhinav Tejarana and captain Suyash Prabhudessai formed a crucial 89-run partnership for the third wicket, stabilizing the innings. Abhinav’s aggressive 55 off just 33 balls, featuring 3 fours and 4 sixes, gave Goa the momentum they needed, while Suyash anchored the chase with an unbeaten 75 from 50 deliveries, striking 6 fours and 3 sixes. Along with Lalit Yadav, who remained 12 not out, Suyash added an unbeaten 57-run partnership for the fourth wicket, ensuring Goa’s victory.

After four matches, Goa sits in Group B with two wins and two losses, totaling 8 points. Their next fixture is against Bihar on the 4th. The win highlighted Goa’s fearless batting, disciplined bowling, and excellent teamwork, reinforcing their position as a rising force in Indian domestic T20 cricket.