Mantosh Rai’s blazing 99 powers Delhi past Tamil Nadu
A spectacular hitting display sets up a commanding Delhi performance as Tamil Nadu’s chase falls short despite a half-century from Rahual.
Delhi vs Tamil Nadu
Delhi has won the match by 40 runs
Mantosh Rai came within a run of a sensational century, smashing 99 from 34 balls to drive Delhi to 238-3 in their 20 overs against Tamil Nadu. The Delhi captain struck three fours and 11 sixes, producing the defining innings of a high-scoring contest.
Karthik added a rapid 45 from 20 deliveries, including six sixes, to keep the pressure on Tamil Nadu’s bowlers and give Delhi a formidable total. The assault left Tamil Nadu needing a demanding rate throughout the chase, with Delhi’s powerful batting creating a clear advantage at the interval.
Tamil Nadu fought back through Rahual, who made 50 from 27 balls with one four and five sixes, but the chase never fully gathered enough momentum. Tamil Nadu closed on 198-7 after 20 overs, finishing 40 runs short of Delhi’s imposing target.
Delhi’s bowlers maintained control at key moments, led by Karan’s three wickets for 36 runs in three overs. Mantosh Rai also contributed with the ball, claiming one wicket for 28 in his four overs. Rai’s explosive batting performance earned him Player of the Match honours as Delhi completed a convincing victory.