In a nail-biting finish on June 22, Dindigul Dragons pulled off a sensational last-ball victory over Salem Spartans, winning by two wickets in their TNPL 2025 clash. With 11 runs needed in the final over, Varun Chakravarthy emerged as an unlikely hero, smashing a six and a four off the last two balls to complete a dramatic chase.

🏏 How the final over unfolded

  • 11 needed off 6

  • Karthik Saran was dismissed after a dot ball

  • DT Chandrasekar took a single

  • Chakravarthy followed with a couple

  • A crucial no-ball by Poiyamozhi turned the tide

  • Varun sent the free-hit soaring over long-on for six

  • With 1 run to win, Chakravarthy pierced the infield for a boundary, sparking wild celebrations

    • 🔥 Ashwin leads from front with bat and ball

    Captain Ravichandran Ashwin starred in all departments:

    • Smashed 35 off just 14 balls, hitting 5 fours and 2 sixes during the powerplay

  • Took 3 wickets for just 22 runs in 4 overs, including key scalps of Sunny Sandhu and Rajendra Vivek

  • Looked emotional as he watched Chakravarthy finish the game from the dugout

    • 🎯 Other key contributions

    • Shivam Singh (34 off 24), Jayant (25 off 15), Hunny Saini (35 off 28), and Vimal Khumar played vital supporting roles

  • For Salem Spartans, Nidhish Rajagopal’s 74 (47) was the backbone of their 188/7

    • 📊 Points table update

    This marked Dindigul Dragons’ third win of the season, pushing them to third place on the TNPL 2025 standings. Their upcoming fixtures against Nellai Royal Kings (June 26) and Trichy Grand Cholas (June 29) will be pivotal in securing a playoff berth.