early times report KATHUA, Feb 14: Ashoka Cricket Club (ACC) today registered a huge 88 runs win against Incredible Cricket Club (ICC) to strengthen their position in the Kathua Premier League underway at Sports Stadium, here. Earlier, batting first, ACC made 181 runs for six, which, in reply, ICC could not chase with whole side bowled out for 93 runs in 14.3 overs. Vijay remained top scorer with 55-ball 63 runs including five fours and a six while Sachin contributed 23 runs. From ICC, Anuj claimed four wickets. Later, ICC lost all their wickets for 93 runs in 14.3 overs to lose the tie by 88 runs. Vicky was only batsman, who could show some resistance to opponent bowlers. He made 28 runs with the help of four boundaries. From ACC, Sunny emerged as most successful bowler who caused the early dismissal of ICC batting line taking away four wickets. Vijay was declared man of the match for his 63 runs innings. In another match of the day, Kharote Cricket Club (KCC) defeated Gandhi Nagar Cricket Club (GNCC) Kathua by 42 runs. Batting first, KCC set a target of 156 runs for the loss of eight wickets. Rakesh made highest 58 (of 39 balls, 8x4, 2x6) while Rocky contributed 36. Sanju and Sunny were most successful bowlers from GNCC with three and two wickets respectively. In reply, GNCC lost all their wickets for 113 runs in 18.2 overs, courtesy hat trick from Dimple, who took three wickets for 20 runs. Sunny and Sanjay contributed 33 and 15 runs to the team's total. From KCC, besides Dimple's hat trick, Tinku claimed two wickets. For his superb bowling spell, Dimple was obvious choice for the man of the match title. FIXTURE: Dravid Cricket Club shall take on Thanoon Club while Royal Club shall be playing against Blender Brothers tomorrow. |