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Vimal Khumar’s Fiery 69 And Dindigul’s Grit Propel Them Into TNPL 2025 Final

Poulomi Chakraborty

Dindigul Dragons To Play TNPL 2025 Final (Source: @TNPremierLeague/x.com)Dindigul Dragons To Play TNPL 2025 Final (Source: @TNPremierLeague/x.com)

The cricket fans enjoyed a thrilling evening at the TNPL as the Chepauk Super Gillies faced Dindigul Dragons in Qualifier 2, aiming for the spot in the final showdown. With an all-round brilliance, the Dindigul Dragons clinched a thrilling 4-wicket win, sealing their place in the TNPL final for the second consecutive time.

Let’s dive into some unmissable moments from Qualifier 2, as the action unfolded at the NPR College Ground in Dindigul.

Jagadeesan-Aparajith Duo Tear Apart Dragons’ Bowlers

Choosing to bowl first, the Dindigul Dragons struck early with two quick wickets. But Chepauk's captain Baba Aparajith and N Jagadeesan’s indomitable spirit flipped the script. Holding the reins, the duo stitched a game-changing 129-run partnership.

Despite the batting show, Dragons’ bowler Sasidharan R secured two crucial scalps. After Aparajith departed following a crucial 67 off 44 balls, Jagadeesan tightened his grip. After reaching his half-century, he continued to torment the Dragons’ attack.

But in the 18th over, skipper Ravichandran Ashwin finally broke through, ending his fiery knock. His exceptional innings of 81 off 41 balls pushed the side to put on a challenging total of 178/7 in the high-voltage clash.

Vimal Khumar Shatters Chepauk’s Final Dream With Explosive Knock

As both sides set their eyes on the final clash, excitement soared with almost every ball. Chasing 179, the Dindigul Dragons made a steady start but stumbled as both openers fell with the score on 58. Stepping into the game, Baba Aparajith and Vimal Khumar’s 60-run stand made the difference.

Amid the chaos, Vimal stood tall and smashed a game-changing fifty in just 26 deliveries. His fearless hitting rattled the Chepauk bowlers, shifting the momentum in Dindigul’s favor. His 69-run knock off 30 deliveries set the tone, and M Karthik Saran’s final boundary secured their final berth with a dominating 4-wicket victory.