Jharkhand takes SMAT 2025 title with Ishan Kishan's brilliance
Yo, Jharkhand just cruised to their first Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, layin’ down a 69-run smackdown on Haryana in Pune. Ishan Kishan dropped a bomb, scoring 101 off 49, while Kushagra added 81. With a record total of 262, Haryana crumbled to 193, and Kishan snagged Player of the Match, showin’ how it’s done, fo’ shizzle!
Quick rundown
- Ishan Kishan’s 101 off 49 lights up the final and seals Jharkhand’s maiden SMAT title.
- A 177-run second-wicket partnership with Kushagra, plus Kushagra's 81, powers Jharkhand to 262/3—the highest final total.
- Haryana crumble in the powerplay as Jharkhand's bowlers strike early blows.
- Anukul Roy’s all-round spell: two wickets and a 40-ball 20 to seal the win.
- Pune marks a historic triumph, with Kishan Player of the Match and Anukul Roy Player of the Series.
