Knight Scorchers vs Dam Chargers – League Match Report

Knight Scorchers won by 3 wickets
Scorchers outplay Chargers in a tactical thriller
Knight Scorchers produced a composed, tactically superior performance to defeat Dam Chargers by 3 wickets in a gripping league encounter that went down to the final overs. In a match where pressure, discipline and leadership mattered more than brute force, it was Captain Anurag Pandey’s on-field acumen and bowling strategy that quietly tilted the game in the Scorchers’ favour.

Dam Chargers – 138 all out (27.3 overs)
Batting first, Dam Chargers were powered by a strong knock from Prem Kumar (52 off 47 balls), supported by useful contributions from Devendra Kumar (15) and Dr Zeeshan Ali (11*). But just when the Chargers looked set to cross 160, Knight Scorchers struck back with disciplined bowling and smart field placements.
Captain Anurag Pandey was the architect of the turnaround. Sensing Prem Kumar’s dominance through the leg side, Anurag immediately tightened the boundary with a deep square leg and long-on, forcing mistimed lofted shots. His own bowling spell was equally impactful — 1.3 overs, 5 runs, 1 wicket, economy 3.33 — removing Prem Kumar at a critical moment and breaking the Chargers’ momentum.
Backing his captain, Rohan Saxena delivered a sensational spell, tearing through the middle order with 4 wickets for just 12 runs in 5 overs. Gaurav Verma provided perfect support with 3 wickets, while Amit Dwivedi chipped in with one.

The result was a dramatic collapse — Dam Chargers, after being well set, were restricted to 138 all out.

Knight Scorchers – 139/7 (25.4 overs)
Chasing 139, Scorchers faced early pressure when Avinash Kumar was dismissed on the first ball. But Abhay Singh anchored the innings with remarkable composure, scoring 41 off 78 balls, soaking up pressure and allowing stroke-makers to play around him.

The chase was ignited by Akhilesh’s explosive 43 off 31 balls, which included four towering sixes. His fearless approach completely shifted momentum back to Knight Scorchers.

Despite a brief wobble in the middle overs, Amit Dwivedi (10*) and Hari Prajapati (4) calmly steered the team home, completing the chase with 3 wickets in hand.

Captain Anurag Pandey – The Silent Match Winner
While the scorecard may not show a big batting contribution, Anurag Pandey’s leadership was the difference between winning and losing.
Bowling Strategy: Introduced himself at the exact moment when Prem Kumar was dominating — and dismissed him.
Field Placements: Constantly adjusted the ring and boundary riders, choking singles and forcing risky shots.
Match Awareness: Kept attacking fields even under pressure, showing supreme confidence in his bowlers.
His tactical intelligence ensured Dam Chargers never truly broke free, making a modest target of 139 always chaseable.

Result
Knight Scorchers beat Dam Chargers by 3 wickets
A Statement Victory
This was not just a win — it was a statement of intent. Knight Scorchers showed that smart cricket, disciplined execution and inspired leadership can overpower even well-set opposition.
With Anurag Pandey pulling the strings brilliantly and the team responding with precision, Knight Scorchers continue to prove why they are one of the most tactically astute sides in the league.
The Scorchers march on — sharper, smarter, stronger.