Bhilai, May 24: Cricket fever gripped Bhilai as the Steel City XI registered a nail-biting victory in the Inter-District Cricket Tournament final held on Thursday evening. Chasing a competitive target of 168 runs, Bhilai’s team held their nerve in the final overs to secure a dramatic win by 3 wickets against Raipur Strikers. The match kept spectators on the edge of their seats, with local fans turning up in large numbers to support their home team.
Star performer Rohit Verma emerged as the hero of the match, smashing a quickfire 52 runs under pressure, while all-rounder Ankit Sharma contributed with both bat and ball, taking 2 crucial wickets earlier in the innings. The final over saw intense drama as Bhilai needed 8 runs, eventually sealing the win with a boundary that sparked wild celebrations across the ground.
Speaking after the match, team captain Sandeep Yadav praised the team’s fighting spirit and credited the crowd for their unwavering support. The victory has not only boosted Bhilai’s sporting pride but also highlighted the growing enthusiasm for cricket at the grassroots level in the region.