Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Lauderhill
10th Match – 19-Dec-2024
In the final league match of the US Open Premier Cricket League 2024, the Dallas Smashers clinched a thrilling 2-wicket victory over the NY Yorkers. Despite the loss, the NY Yorkers secured their place in the semifinals based on their overall performance in the league stage. The game, played at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, provided fans with an edge-of-the-seat contest.
Toss and Match Summary
Winning the toss, the Dallas Smashers opted to field first. The NY Yorkers set a challenging target of 175/5 in their 20 overs. The Smashers, led by an impactful innings from Honey Gori, chased down the target in 16.5 overs, finishing at 176/8.
Batting Highlights
- Anirban Majamdur (NY Yorkers): Majamdur played a pivotal role for the Yorkers, scoring 79 off 58 balls with 6 fours and 3 sixes at a strike rate of 136.21.
- Honey Gori (Dallas Smashers): The star performer of the match, Gori smashed a quickfire 50 off just 27 balls, including 5 fours and 3 sixes, at an explosive strike rate of 185.19. He was named Player of the Match.
- Sumit Verma (NY Yorkers): Verma added a crucial 40 off 24 balls, hitting 2 boundaries and 4 sixes with a strike rate of 166.67.
Bowling Performances
- Imran Khan (NY Yorkers): Khan delivered a strong spell, picking up 3 wickets for 45 runs in his 4 overs.
- Vijay Balagopala (Dallas Smashers): Balagopala’s disciplined bowling earned him 2 wickets for 37 runs in 4 overs.
- Lendl Simmons (NY Yorkers): Simmons was effective in his 2 overs, taking 2 wickets for 20 runs.
Match Turning Point
Honey Gori’s aggressive half-century under pressure was the decisive factor that powered the Dallas Smashers to a narrow win.
Looking Ahead
With the league stage now concluded, the semifinal matchups are set. The NY Yorkers advance to the semifinals despite their loss, joining the DC Eagles, LA Lions, and other top-performing teams in the knockout stage.
Stay tuned for more exhilarating action as the competition heats up in the US Open Premier Cricket League 2024!