The Uttarakhand Premier League (UPL) 2025 Eliminator match, held on October 4th, saw Nainital SG Tigers triumph over the Dehradun Warriors, earning a place in the final. Nainital, batting first, established a strong total of 188 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. Shashwat Dangwal was the standout performer for Nainital, scoring a remarkable 90 runs from 60 balls, including 8 boundaries and 5 sixes. Dikshanshu Negi provided valuable support with a rapid 50 off 32 deliveries. Saurabh Rawat also contributed a quick 30 runs off just 12 balls, bolstering the team’s score. Dehradun’s bowlers, Devendra Bora and Mayank Mishra, showed resilience, each taking 2 wickets. Bora’s figures were 2 for 27 in four overs, while Mayank conceded 31 runs. In their chase of 189, Dehradun Warriors faltered early. Despite a valiant effort from Samarth Semwal, who scored 58 off 29 balls, the team could only manage 168 for 8 in their 20 overs, falling short by 20 runs. Nainital SG Tigers secured their place in the final with a comprehensive team performance, marked by strong batting and effective bowling, while Dehradun’s efforts, particularly from their bowlers and Semwal, were noteworthy.
