King's College, Taunton 190/5 Clifton College 133/6
King’s College, Taunton secured a commanding 57-run victory over Clifton College in their latest Twenty20 encounter, powered by a disciplined all-round performance.
After winning the toss and electing to field, Clifton College struggled to contain a potent King’s batting line-up. King’s College posted an imposing total of 190 for 5 in their allotted 20 overs, spearheaded by a classy half-century from Rishabh Shimpi, who top-scored with 58.
Bermudian international Luke Horan provided valuable acceleration in the early order, contributing a brisk 21 off just 18 deliveries. Horan’s cameo, which included three boundaries, helped maintain the scoring rate during the crucial middle overs. P. Biggs was the standout performer with the ball for Clifton, returning impressive figures of 2 for 20 from his four overs.
In response, Clifton College’s chase never truly gained the necessary momentum. Despite a resilient knock of 59 from L. Popple, the visitors were restricted to 133 for 6 as the King’s bowling attack applied consistent pressure.
Zach Vukusic led the way for the hosts, claiming 2 for 14 from his three-over spell to stifle the top order. Horan also played his part in the defensive effort, delivering two tidy overs for 17 runs. The result marks a significant win for King’s College as they look to build consistency heading into the heart of the summer cricket schedule.
King's College, Taunton Inning
..57 (26) T Rew c J Grindal b P Biggs
..21 (18) Luke Horan c N Choughule b R Pollitt
..00 (01) L Browne c L Bowden b P Biggs
..13 (16) Z Vukusic c L Popple b J Maxwell
..58 (41) R Shimpi Not Out
..13 (17) K Baranidharan Run Out
..06 (05) M Matravers Not Out
..22 Extras (6b-2-lb-4nb-10w)
190 Total for 5 wickets after 20 overs
Fall of Wickets: 1-76 (Rew), 2-76 (Browne), 3-94 (Horan), 4-102 (Vukusic), 5-178 (Baranidharan)
Clifton College Bowlers
4.0-0-47-0 J Baker
4.0-0-45-1 R Pollitt
4.0-0-40-0 J Benkenstein
4.0-0-20-2 P Biggs
4.0-0-30-1 J Maxwell
Clifton College Inning
..00 (02) L Bowden b Z Vukusic
..00 (05) N Choughule b R Shimpi
..59 (49) L Popple b Z Vukusic
..28 (22) R Pollitt b J Barclay
..01 (02) J Benkenstein Run Out
..23 (22) J Grindal b F Watson
..10 (13) O Barlass Not Out
..00 (01) N Phillips Not Out
..12 Extras (1lb-1w)
133 Total All Out after 20 overs
Fall of Wickets: 1-2 (Choughule), 3-72 (Benkenstein), 4-90 (Pollitt), 5-96 (Popple), 6-133 (Grindal),
King's College, Taunton Bowlers
3.0-0-14-2 Z Vukusic
3.0-1-19-1 R Shimpi
2.0-0-17-0 Luke Horan
4.0-0-30-1 J Barclay
3.0-0-18-0 L Browne
2.0-0-24-0 O Groves
1.0-0-06-0 S Patidar
1.0-0-04-1 F Watson
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