Ahmedabad: Sardar Patel Institute of Sports dominates GSA with Chirag Chauhan’s whirlwind knock

In a thrilling match at the SPCT Cricket Ground in Ahmedabad, the Sardar Patel Institute of Sports put on a dominant display against Gandhinagar Sports Academy, thanks to stellar performances from Chirag Chauhan and Durjah Ravat. Chauhan’s whirlwind knock of 133 off just 94 balls, including 23 boundaries, set the tone for Sardar Patel’s innings as they posted a formidable total of 383/8 in their allotted 50 overs. Ravat provided valuable support with his quickfire 74 off 40 balls, which included 13 boundaries.

In response, Gandhinagar Sports Academy struggled to keep up with the required run rate and were eventually bowled out for 197 in 49 overs. Hard Jansari top-scored for GSA with 49 runs, while Krishiv chipped in with 32 runs. Sardar Patel’s bowlers were clinical in their performance, with Gyan Patel and Chirag Chauhan both picking up a wicket each.

Meanwhile, in Bhavnagar, the table tennis community is gearing up for an exciting event as a record 686 entries have been received for the 1st Gujarat State Ranking Table Tennis Tournament. Scheduled to be held from May 2-5 at the Sports Authority of Gujarat Complex, the tournament promises to be a thrilling showcase of talent after a long hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

In other news, the Sardar Patel Vidyalaya in Delhi received a major facelift with the renovation of its auditorium, showcasing the strong community support and commitment to educational advancement. Additionally, a local NGO has appealed to the minister to reconsider allotting a plot near Rabindra Sarobar for a sports academy, highlighting the importance of urban forestry. Lastly, KKR’s assistant coach has emphasized the need for bowling innovation in the face of aggressive batting displays in the ongoing IPL season.