Bhuvneshwar Kumar impressive hat-trick secured Uttar Pradesh’s SMAT Knockouts spot. Ajinkye Rahane’s scintillating 95 runs led Mumbai chase 230.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s Hat-trick Steals The Show
Bhuvneshwar Kumar proved his calibre with a sensational hat-trick against Jharkhand.
His impressive spell led Uttar Pradesh in the knockouts in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
With figures of 4-1-6-3, he dismissed Robin Minz in a thrilling final over, sealing a 10-run victory.
His efforts ensured UP’s knockout match with Andhra.
Earlier in the tournament, Bhuvneshwar Kumar achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the first Indian fast bowler to take 300 wickets in T20 cricket.
Among Indian players, only Yuzvendra Chahal (364), Piyush Chawla (319), and R Ashwin (310) have more T20 wickets than his current tally of 308.
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Rahane Shines for Mumbai
Ajinkye Rahane played a masterclass inning of 95 runs.
His inning powered Mumbaito their highest- ever T20 chase.
Andhra has given the 230-run target to Mumbai.
Supported by Prithvi Shaw’s quick 34 and Shivam Dube’s 34 off 18, Mumbai’s victory knocked Kerala out of the competition.
Suryansh Shedge’s finishing blitz, scoring 30 off eight balls, sealed the thrilling win, setting up Mumbai’s quarter final clash against Vidarbha.
Bhuvneshwar In The RCB Squad.
Indian Premier League 2025 auction took place on 24-25 November.
Royal Challengers Bangalore bought Bhuvneshwar Kumar for INR 20 crore.
Bhuvi has been a crucial player in the earlier years for Sunrisers Hyderabad.
He has won a purple cap for his amazing spells in 2016 and 2017.
Shami’s Comeback
Mohammed Shami continues to make steady progress as he regains full match fitness after injury.
He took 3 wickets for 26 runs, helping Bengal restrict Rajasthan to 153 for 9.
Abishek Porel and Sudip Gharami’s half-centuries ensured Bengal’s seven-wicket win in the tournament.
Shami has played all seven games, bowling 27.3 overs while maintaining an economy rate of 7.67.
So far, he has picked up eight wickets, showing his consistency and value to Bengal’s bowling lineup.
Before SMAT, he claimed seven wickets in the Ranji Trophy, proving his readiness for tough competitions.
Bengal will now face Chandigarh in the pre-quarterfinal match on Monday to advance further.
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy knockouts:
- 1st Pre-quarterfinal: Bengal vs Chandigarh (December 9)
- 2nd Pre-quarterfinal: Andhra v UP(December 9)
- 1st Quarter-final: Baroda vs winner of 1st PQF (Dec 11)
- 2nd Quarter-final: Delhi vs winner of 2nd PQF (Dec 11)
- 3rd Quarter-final: MP vs Saurashtra (Dec 11)
- 4th Quarter-final: Mumbai vs Vidarbha (Dec 11)
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