Record-Breaking Performance in Delhi Premier League Match

The 23rd match of the inaugural Delhi Premier League featured an extraordinary performance by the South Delhi Superstarz against the North Delhi Strikers, resulting in a staggering total of 308 runs for the Superstarz.

The match took place on August 31, 2024, with South Delhi winning the toss and opting to bat first. Despite an early dismissal of Sarthak Ray, who scored a quick run-a-ball knock, the team bounced back with remarkable batting.

The standout partnership of the match came from captain Ayush Badoni and Priyansh Arya, who combined for an astonishing 286 runs for the second wicket. This partnership is notable as it marks the highest recorded partnership for any wicket in T20 cricket history.

Arya contributed significantly to the score with his explosive innings of 120 runs off just 50 balls, which included an impressive ten sixes. This batting display also featured an unprecedented achievement of six sixes in a single over.

Ayush Badoni further showcased his batting prowess, scoring 165 runs in just 55 balls. His innings included a remarkable total of 19 sixes. This performance not only helped South Delhi reach their formidable total but also set a new record for the most sixes in an innings.

Despite their valiant efforts, the North Delhi Strikers were ultimately restricted to 196 runs in their 20 overs, resulting in a 112-run defeat. Skipper Pranshu Vijayran emerged as the top scorer for the Strikers, amassing 62 runs off 32 balls.

Ayush Badoni’s outstanding performance earned him the ‘Player of the Match’ award, as he continued to display his exceptional talent in this thrilling encounter.