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Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024/25, Group B
The stage is set for an exciting clash between Meghalaya and Services in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024/25, with the two teams facing off in Group B on January 5, 2025, at 03:30 GMT. The match will be held at the Dr DY Patil University Ground in Mumbai.
Team Overview
Meghalaya will be looking to bounce back from their recent performances, with key players like Kishan Lyngdoh and Arpit Bhatewara expected to lead the charge with the bat. Lyngdoh has been in decent form, scoring 206 runs in 10 matches at an average of 22.89, while Bhatewara has accumulated 179 runs in 6 matches at an average of 29.83.
On the other hand, Services will be relying on the likes of Rajat Paliwal and Mohit Ahlawat to provide the firepower with the bat. Paliwal has been in excellent form, scoring 382 runs in 10 matches at an average of 47.75, while Ahlawat has scored 354 runs in 9 matches at an average of 44.25.
Bowling Department
In the bowling department, Meghalaya will be looking to Nafees Siddique and Swarajeet Das to make an impact. Siddique has taken 12 wickets in 9 matches at an economy rate of 4.99, while Das has claimed 9 wickets in 10 matches at an economy rate of 5.83.
Services, on the other hand, will be relying on the likes of Poonam Poonia and Arjun Sharma to restrict the Meghalaya batting lineup. Poonia has taken 13 wickets in 9 matches at an economy rate of 4.90, while Sharma has claimed 8 wickets in 9 matches at an economy rate of 4.35.
Head-to-Head
In their previous encounter, Services emerged victorious by 29 runs. However, Meghalaya will be looking to turn the tables this time around and gain a crucial win in the tournament.
Match Details
- Date: January 5, 2025
- Time: 03:30 GMT
- Venue: Dr DY Patil University Ground, Mumbai
- Tournament: Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024/25
- Format: 50-over match
With both teams looking to gain momentum in the tournament, this match promises to be an exciting and closely contested encounter. Will Meghalaya be able to overcome the challenge posed by Services, or will the latter emerge victorious once again? Only time will tell.