PHI Chennai Thalaivas Outgun Crazy XI Kollam Sailors in High-Scoring Contest
- September 14, 2025
At DCS You Selects Arena 3, PHI Chennai Thalaivas overpowered Crazy XI Kollam Sailors by five wickets in a thrilling, high-scoring contest of the Tranquil Developers You Selects IPL 2025 Exhibition League
Batting first, Kollam Sailors set up a massive 196 for 7 in 20 overs. Their innings revolved around fireworks from Sheridan Hadfield, who blasted 45 off 22 balls with five sixes and three fours at a strike rate of 204.55. Contributions came from Saqib (42 off 21) and Yuvraj Barua (35 off 16), both punishing the Chennai bowlers with clean hitting. Mukul Maalik anchored with 37 from 42, though his slower strike rate dragged the tempo. Despite losing momentum in the last few overs, Kollam crossed 190, setting Chennai a stiff target. For Chennai, Sidhu was the standout bowler with 4 for 36, while Rathish S added two wickets and kept things tight in the middle overs
In reply, Chennai batted with aggression and purpose. Kiran Mohan’s blazing 70 off just 32 balls was the defining knock of the night, laced with seven towering sixes and five fours at a strike rate of 218.75. His onslaught neutralised the asking rate early, supported by Mir’s 44 off 20 and Sheridan Hadfield’s earlier contribution in the field. Dhruva Praveen (16 off 13) and Al Ameer Basheer (23* off 16) ensured the chase was completed with nearly three overs to spare, finishing at 199 for 5 in 17.1 overs
Star of the Match – Kiran Mohan
PHI Chennai Thalaivas
Blazed away to a match-winning 70 off 32 balls, smashing five fours and seven sixes at a strike rate of 218.75.
Master Blaster – Sheridan Hadfield
Crazy XI Kollam Sailors
Top-scored with 45 off 22 balls, peppering the stands with five sixes and three fours to lay the foundation for a big total.
Power Arm – Sidhu
PHI Chennai Thalaivas
Produced the best bowling figures of the game, returning 4 for 36 in 4 overs, dismantling the Sailors’ top order.
Safe Hands – Azhar Mohamed Ali
PHI Chennai Thalaivas
Pulled off the best catch of the night, judged brilliantly under pressure to underline Chennai’s dominance in the field.
“Kiran’s knock set the tone. Our bowlers pulled it back and we stayed fearless in the chase.”
Bala
Captain – PHI Chennai Thalaivas
“We posted a strong total but couldn’t defend. Chennai’s batting was ruthless and took the game away.”
John Flory
Captain – Crazy XI Kollam Sailors
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