CHÜMOUKEDIMA, MAY 3 (MExN): The Senior Men’s Inter-District One Day Tournament 2024 concluded with captivating final matches held at Sovima Cricket Ground and Nagaland Cricket Stadium, delivering gripping cricket action and remarkable performances.
At Sovima Cricket Ground, Wokha clashed with Niuland in a high-stakes encounter. Niuland emerged victorious, securing a convincing 7-wicket win over Wokha. Vino G Zhimomi’s exceptional bowling performance, claiming 4 wickets for just 21 runs, earned him the Player of the Match title.
Wokha struggled to build a competitive total, managing only 97 runs in 32.4 overs, with Nzanthung Mozhiu top-scoring with 30 runs. In response, Niuland chased down the target comfortably, reaching 103 runs for the loss of 3 wickets in 18.1 overs, with Vayu Haralu remaining unbeaten on 54 runs.
Meanwhile, at Nagaland Cricket Stadium, Dimapur faced off against Mokokchung in another intense battle. Dimapur emerged victorious, securing a commanding 77-run win over Mokokchung. Hem Bahadur’s impressive all-round performance, scoring 39 runs and claiming 2 wickets for just 14 runs, earned him the Player of the Match award. Dimapur posted a competitive total of 208 runs in 42.2 overs, with Hem and Joshua Ben Ozukum contributing significantly. In response, Mokokchung struggled to chase the target, managing only 131 runs in 36.1 overs, with Merenkaba Jamir top-scoring with 34 runs.
Boy’s U-16: Mokokchung beat Wokha in a thriller
In a riveting clash at Imkonmeren Sports Complex, Mokokchung, cricket fans witnessed an electrifying encounter between Mokokchung and Wokha in the ongoing cricket tournament. Opting to bat first, Mokokchung posted 114 runs, with Wokha replying with 75. In the second innings, Mokokchung added 51 runs, setting Wokha a target of 190. Wokha fought hard but fell short by 14 runs, scoring 76. Mokokchung’s tenacity secured the win in this thrilling encounter.
