Kochi Blue Tigers Roar to Second Straight Win in Kerala Cricket League, top the Table
Kochi, Kerala - the Kochi Blue Tigers continued their dominant form in the Kerala cricket League (KCL), securing a convincing 33-run victory over the Alleppey Ripples today. This win propels them to the top of the KCL points table, marking a strong start to the second season.
The Blue Tigers posted a competitive 183/8 in their 20 overs, built on solid contributions from Vinoop and Alfie Francis. While early momentum was promising, the middle order faltered, with key batsmen struggling to convert starts.Captain Sanju Samson,also under scrutiny for his potential role in the upcoming Asia Cup,could only manage 13 runs off 22 balls,raising questions about his current form.
[Image of Sanju Samson & Cochin Blue Tigers]
Key Highlights:
Kochi Dominance: Second consecutive win for the Kochi Blue Tigers.
Alleppey Struggles: Ripples suffer their second loss of the season.
* Points Table Toppers: Kochi Blue Tigers now lead the KCL standings.
Despite a shaky middle order, Alfie francis provided a late flourish, remaining unbeaten on 31 runs with a mix of boundaries.sreehari S Nay, Akai chandran, and Hyg saxena each claimed two wickets for Alleppey.
The Ripples’ chase got off to a arduous start, losing early wickets to KM Asif. While some batsmen showed resistance, including contributions from Ankara Chandran and Graj Saxena, they were unable to build a substantial partnership. Asif proved to be the pick of the Kochi bowlers, dismantling the Ripples’ batting lineup.
Samson’s Form a Concern?
The performance of Sanju Samson will undoubtedly be a talking point. His low score in this match follows recent struggles, potentially impacting his chances of securing an opening spot in the Asia Cup squad.