Konark Suryas Odisha storm into Semi-Finals with thrilling victory against Gujarat Giants
SRINAGAR: Bakshi Stadium, Srinagar: Konark Suryas Odisha (KSO) delivered a standout performance against Gujarat Giants, claiming a crucial victory that secured their spot in the semi-finals of Legends League Cricket Season 3. The high-stakes match lived up to expectations, with KSO dominating both with the bat and ball, ensuring their progress into the final four.
KSO posted a competitive total, with key contributions from Dilshan Munaweera and Kevin O Brien. Their partnership laid the foundation for a solid total, while KSO’s bowlers continued their fine form, with Kevon Cooper taking crucial wickets and keeping the pressure on the Gujarat Giants throughout their innings.
Key Stats from the Match:
Total runs by KSO: 145/3
Highest run-scorer from KSO: Dilshan Munaweera
Highest Wicket Taker: Kevon Cooper
Total sixes: 8
Total fours: 15
Irfan Pathan, the captain of Konark Suryas Odisha, shared his thoughts after the thrilling win, “This victory means a lot to us. We knew how important this game was, and every player brought their A-game. It wasn’t just about individual performances but how we played as a unit. The hunger, the determination, and the energy on the field were incredible. Gujarat Giants put up a tough fight, but we stayed calm and executed our plans. Now that we’ve booked our place in the semi-finals, the focus is on keeping this momentum going and pushing all the way to the title.”
Enakshi Priyam, COO of Sanpriya Group and owner of Konark Suryas Odisha, expressed her excitement, saying, “This win is a testament to the hard work and passion of the entire team. The players have shown incredible commitment throughout the tournament, and making it to the semi-finals is a huge achievement. We are immensely proud and confident that KSO will continue to shine as we move closer to the title.”
With this impressive victory, KSO has stormed into the semi-finals and is now just two matches away from lifting the Legends League Cricket trophy. The team is focused on maintaining their winning streak and continuing their journey to the championship.
About Konark Suryas Odisha
Konark Suryas Odisha is a part of the Legends League Cricket, representing the vibrant state of Odisha. With a focus on nurturing local talent and uplifting the sports culture in the region, the team aims to make a lasting impact both on and off the cricket field. Former Indian cricket team member Irfan Pathan will lead Team Konark Suryas Odisha as the captain. Other team members are Ambati Rayudu, Yusuf Pathan, Vinay Kumar, Rajesh Bishnoi, Shahbaz Nadeem, Praveen Tambe, Diwesh Pathania, K P Appanna & Natraj Behera(Odisha) from India, Ross Taylor from New Zealand, Kevin O’ Brian from Ireland, Ben Laughlin from Australia, Richard Levi from South Africa, Navin Stewart and Fidel Edwards from West Indies and Dilshan Munaweera from Srilanka.
