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India.com
5 days ago
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- India.com
WATCH: Jitesh Sharma seals another T20 title with a six just two weeks after IPL 2025 triumph with RCB
Jitesh Sharma hits a six and celebrates Vidarbha Pro T20 League final win. New Delhi: Wicketkeeper-batter, Jitesh Sharma, continued his strong recent performance. Following a successful title win with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, he led NECO Master Blaster to victory in the Vidarbha Pro T20 League in June 2025, defeating Paragariya Strikers by seven wickets. Jitesh's team, playing in the final at Nagpur's Vidarbha Cricket Association, pursued a 179-run target. Their innings began strongly. After opener Adhyayan Daga's 22 runs off 16 balls, Vedant Dighade and Aryan Meshram built a significant 90-run partnership. Following this, Addhyan Rauthan was dismissed for a low score, while Dighade reached his fifty. With 51 runs needed from the final six overs, Jitesh entered the crease after the 14th over. He contributed a quickfire unbeaten 30 runs from just 11 balls, including three sixes and a four, culminating in a final six off Kaustubh Salve to secure victory for NECO Master Blaster with two overs remaining. Dighade also made a significant contribution, remaining not out on 80 runs (52 balls, eight fours, four sixes). Pagariya Strikers had a bad start as they lost three wickets in the fourth over with 27 runs on the board. But Shivam Deshmukh scored 82 runs (with seven sixes and three fours) and Pushpak Gujar (25) and Yash Kadam (16) ensured that they made a comeback. A rapid 23 by Vishesh Tiwari also kept them moving along and they eventually posted 178/7. During the IPL 2025 season, Jitesh was the fourth top run-scorer in the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). He got 11 innings and scored 261 runs at an average of 37.29 with a strike rate of 176.35 with a best of 85 not out off Lucknow Super Giants. At the mega auction he was bought by RCB at 11 crore rupees.
News18
6 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Jitesh Sharma Wins Vidarbha Pro T20 Final With A Six, Cool Celebration Goes Viral
Last Updated: Jitesh Sharma came clutch again, this time in the Vidarbha Pro T20 League final by winning NECO Master Blaster the trophy with a six. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma continued his dream run in T20 cricket on Sunday, by helping NECO Master Blaster defeat Pagariya Strikers by seven wickets to clinch the Vidarbha Pro T20 League trophy at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur. Chasing a target of 179, Vedant Dighade and Adhyan Daga started with a 35-run stand for the Master Blaster before Daga was dismissed for 22 off 16 balls. Aryam Meshram then joined Dighade, and the pair put on 90 runs together before the latter was dismissed for 42 off 26 balls. In came the in-form captain Jitesh at number five, smashing three sixes and a four with a strike-rate of 272.72 to apply the finishing touches. With six required off 14 balls, he stepped down and smacked spinner K Salve over the head to seal the victory and kick off the celebrations. Dighade remained unbeaten with 80 off 52 balls. As his teammates ran towards him, Jitesh gestured to them to run past and celebrate on their own, before nonchalantly trying to walk off. However, the team's sports therapist caught and rammed into him. Watch the video here: Captain Jitesh Sharma wins Vidarbha Pro T20 League too — Abhishek (@79off201) June 15, 2025 This was the second consecutive instance of Jitesh finishing a match like that. In the semi-final against Bharat Rangers, his team needed six runs to win on the last ball and he came on the winning side, ending with a 22-ball 46 to his name. That only added to his image of a brilliant finisher, having helped RCB win the IPL 2025 title with multiple such knocks, including a stellar 85* against Lucknow Super Giants and a 24 in the final. In the first innings, Pagariya Strikers started with Dhruv Shorey and MD Faiz, but were reduced to 27/3 in 3.3 overs. MD Faiz scored 19 off 12 balls, while Shorey managed just 6 off 5 balls. Shivam Deshmukh anchored the innings with 82 off 45 balls, supported by Pushpak Gujar (25 off 26 balls), Yash Kadam (16 off 12 balls), and Vishesh Tiwari (23* off 15 balls), posting a total of 178/7 in 20 overs. Earlier in the day, the Orange Tigresses defeated the Nagpur Titans by 16 runs to win the Vidarbha Pro T20 League trophy in the women's draw. (With IANS Inputs) First Published: June 16, 2025, 09:36 IST
Mint
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Mint
Vidarbha Pro T20 League: Jitesh Sharma smashes last ball six to propel NECO Master Blaster into finals
Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], June 14 (ANI): In one of the most thrilling finishes of the Vidarbha Pro T20 League 2025, NECO Master Blaster chased down a daunting target of 205 to defeat Bharat Rangers by 6 wickets and secure their place in the final. The star of the show was skipper Jitesh Sharma (46 off 22 balls), who kept his nerves and smashed a last-ball six to finish the chase at 206/4 on Friday. With this win the semi-final, NECO Master Blaster looking forward to claim the coveted Vidarbha Pro T20 League trophy on Sunday, as per a press release from NECO Master Blaster. NECO Master Blaster reply got off to a positive start with wicketkeeper Vedant Dighade setting the tone, scoring a quick 35 off 21 balls. He was well-supported by Adhyayan Daga, who played a fluent knock of 66 off 38 balls, striking 5 fours and 4 sixes. Aryan Meshram added further stability with a composed 49 off 35. With the match heading into the final over and 11 needed off the last 6 balls, it came down to the wire. Captain Jitesh Sharma displayed nerves of steel, hammering an unbeaten 46 off just 22 deliveries, including 6 towering sixes. With 5 required off the final ball, Jitesh launched a sensational six, sending the NECO Master Blaster dugout into wild celebrations. Earlier in the day, batting first Bharat Rangers produced a scintillating batting display to post a commanding total of 204/3 in the first innings of the semi-final against NECO Master Blaster Skipper Atharva Taide led from the front with a masterful unbeaten 94 off 53 deliveries, laced with 7 fours and 6 sixes, anchoring the innings brilliantly. He found an explosive partner in Varun Bisht, who played a game-changing cameo, smashing 50* off just 15 balls, including 5 towering sixes. Though Bharat Rangers lost Updesh Rajput (14), Danish Malewar (2), and Neel Athaley (39) at regular intervals, they maintained a brisk scoring rate throughout. NECO's bowlers, including Ananmay Jayaswal and R Sanjay, picked up wickets but struggled to contain the onslaught. NECO Master Blaster won the match after Jitesh Sharma smashed a last-ball six. The final will be played on Sunday at 7:45 pm. NECO Master Blaster Squad: Jitesh Sharma (Captain, Wicketkeeper), R Sanjay (Vice Captain), Aryan Meshram, Adyan Daga, Adyan Routham, Akash Kombe, Vedant Dighade (Wicketkeeper), Gaurav Dhobley, Ankush Tammiwar, Aditya Khilote, Arya Durugkar, Pratham Maheshwari, Prafulla Hinge, Ananmay Jayaswal Sarthak Dhabadgaokar, Sanmesh Deshmukh. (ANI)
Hans India
12-06-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
Vidarbha Pro T20 League: Giving players freedom is key to success, says NECO Master Blaster's Jitesh Sharma
Master Blaster's batter Jitesh Sharma feels that the freedom given to young players has been a defining factor in the team's resurgence and overall performance in the ongoing Vidarbha Pro T20 League. NECO Master Blaster have qualified for the semi-final of the Vidarbha Pro T20 League and are raring to go. After losing the first match, NECO Master Blaster won three matches on trot to make a comeback. Aryan Meshram has been the standout performer, smashing three half-centuries and anchoring crucial wins for the side. Alongside him, R Sanjay has also made significant contributions, helping the team stay consistent with the bat. Speaking after the team's qualification for the knockouts, Jitesh said, 'When you give freedom to the talent, this is what happens. Aryan Meshram is one such example. That's why giving freedom to juniors and upcoming players is important – so that they can enjoy the game and express themselves on the field.' Reflecting on the team's mindset, Jitesh added, 'I've told my teammates – go and enjoy on the field. If you love hitting sixes, go hit sixes from the first ball. It doesn't matter if you get out. I'm proud of my batters for the way they've responded to this approach.' However, while the batting has flourished under this fearless style of play, Jitesh acknowledged that bowling remains an area of concern. 'One thing we need to work on is our bowling. As we head into the semi-finals, it's important we tighten up in that department,' he said.
India Gazette
09-06-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Vidarbha Pro T20 League: Sanjay's five-wicket haul powers NECO Master Blaster to 2nd win
Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], June 9 (ANI): R Sanjay starred with the ball while Aryan Meshram and Adhyayan Daga smashed fifties as NECO Master Blaster defeated Nagpur Heroz by 14 runs in the Vidarbha Pro T20 League. With this win, NECO Master Blaster registered their second win of the ongoing season. NECO Master Blaster will now face Orange Tigers on Tuesday before facing Pagariya Strikers on Wednesday. Neco Master Blaster put on a dominant batting display in the first innings, posting a formidable total of 199/6 in their allotted 20 overs in the ongoing Vidarbha Pro T20 League. Opening the innings, Aryan Meshram set the tone with a composed 64 off 48 balls, striking five boundaries and two sixes. His partner Adhyayan Daga was the aggressor, smashing a quickfire 58 off just 33 deliveries with six fours and three sixes at a strike rate of 175.8. The duo stitched together a solid partnership that laid the foundation for a big total. Middle-order cameos from R Sanjay (20 off 16), skipper Jitesh Sharma (16 off 9), and Addhyan Rauthan (9 off 6) kept the momentum going. Kartik Rathod provided fireworks at the end with a blistering 15 off just four balls, including two sixes. Despite losing a few wickets in the death overs, Neco Master Blaster closed strongly with 199/6 on the board. Chasing a daunting target of 200, Nagpur Heroz put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell short by 15 runs, finishing at 185/9 in their 20 overs against a well-disciplined Neco Master Blaster bowling attack. Siddhesh Wath provided a solid start at the top, scoring 51 off 35 balls with three boundaries and two sixes. He was supported by Parth Rekhade, who played a brisk knock of 39 off just 23 balls, keeping the chase alive in the middle overs before eventually losing the match. R Sanjay was the standout bowler for Neco Master Blaster, picking up five crucial wickets to derail Nagpur Heroz's chase. Despite the late-order resistance, the asking rate proved too steep, and Heroz ended their innings at 185/9, falling just short of the mark. (ANI)
