New Delhi, October 25, 2025 – The Uttarakhand Eagles made a resounding statement on Day 2 of the Young Stars Cricket League (YSCL) Nationals 2025, registering a massive 71-run victory over the South Hurricanes in Match 3 at the Yamuna Sports Complex.
The match was defined by a clinical all-round performance from the Eagles, with Manas Gupta starring with the bat and Dhanu Prasad delivering a match-winning spell with the ball, tearing through the Hurricanes’ lineup with a 5-wicket haul.
First Innings: Gupta and Bhatra Propel Eagles to 141
Opting to bat first, the Uttarakhand Eagles overcame an early wobble after losing opener Praveen Prakash Ravva cheaply. Manas Gupta played an aggressive counter-attacking knock, scoring 48 runs off just 34 balls. His innings was laced with 4 fours and 4 sixes, providing the necessary impetus to the innings.
He found an able partner in Ratan Bhatra, who anchored the innings with a composed, unbeaten 45 runs off 40 balls (4 fours, 1 six). Their efforts ensured the Eagles posted a competitive total of 141/6 in their 20 overs, despite regular breakthroughs from Hurricanes bowlers Gaurav Singh (2 wickets) and Manas Gupta (2 wickets).
The Chase: Dhanu Prasad Demolishes Hurricanes
Chasing 142 for victory, the South Hurricanes’ batting lineup collapsed under the pressure of a disciplined Eagles bowling attack. The Hurricanes never got going, losing wickets in clusters.
The wrecker-in-chief was Dhanu Prasad, who produced a sensational spell of fast bowling. Prasad claimed a 5-wicket haul, conceding just 12 runs in his 3.2 overs, which included 2 maiden overs. His devastating accuracy left the Hurricanes’ batters with no answers.
Manas Gupta followed up his batting heroics with a solid bowling spell, taking 2 wickets for 20 runs, while Gaurav Singh also chipped in with 2 wickets. The South Hurricanes were bundled out for a paltry 70 runs in just 11.2 overs, handing the Uttarakhand Eagles a comprehensive 71-run win.
Match Summary:
- Uttarakhand Eagles: 141/6 (20 Overs) | Manas Gupta 48 (34), Ratan Bhatra 45 (40)*
- South Hurricanes: 70/10 (11.2 Overs) | Dhanu Prasad 5/12, Manas Gupta 2/20
- Result: Uttarakhand Eagles won by 71 runs.
- Player of the Match: Dhanu Prasad (Uttarakhand Eagles)
This commanding victory boosts the Uttarakhand Eagles’ Net Run Rate significantly as they look to dominate the group stages of the Nationals.
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