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🏏 Introduction
The cricketing excitement reached a new high when Gorakhpur Lions faced Kanpur Superstars in a thrilling encounter that kept fans on the edge of their seats. This game was part of the UP T20 League — a platform where future stars rise. If you missed the match or just want a complete rundown, here’s the Gorakhpur Lions vs Kanpur Superstars match scorecard and every detail you need.
📅 Match Summary
| Match Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Gorakhpur Lions vs Kanpur Superstars |
| League | UP T20 League |
| Date | June 17, 2025 |
| Venue | Green Park Stadium, Kanpur |
| Toss | Gorakhpur Lions won the toss |
| Decision | Elected to bat first |
| Result | Kanpur Superstars won by 5 wickets |
🧢 Team Squads
Gorakhpur Lions Squad
- Abhishek Goswami (C)
- Sameer Rizvi
- Akshdeep Nath
- Dhruv Jurel (WK)
- Kartik Tyagi
- Shivam Mavi
- Saurabh Kumar
- Ankit Rajpoot
- Manish Pandey
- Abhijeet Tomar
- Rinku Singh
Kanpur Superstars Squad
- Karan Sharma (C)
- Priyam Garg
- Shivam Chaudhary
- Uday Pratap
- Nitish Rana
- Zeeshan Ansari
- Arshad Khan
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Anurag Dwivedi
- Rahul Tewatia
🏏 Innings Breakdown
Gorakhpur Lions Innings
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abhishek Goswami | 42 | 30 | 5 | 1 | 140.00 |
| Rinku Singh | 58 | 35 | 6 | 3 | 165.71 |
| Dhruv Jurel | 25 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 166.66 |
| Total | 165/6 | 20 Overs |
Fall of Wickets
1-45 (Goswami)
2-96 (Rinku)
3-110 (Jurel)
4-125, 5-140, 6-165
Kanpur Superstars Innings
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priyam Garg | 34 | 24 | 3 | 1 | 141.66 |
| Karan Sharma | 62 | 40 | 7 | 2 | 155.00 |
| Arshad Khan | 45* | 22 | 5 | 3 | 204.54 |
| Total | 167/5 | 19.2 Overs |
Fall of Wickets
1-56, 2-88, 3-110, 4-135, 5-150
🎯 Bowling Performances
Gorakhpur Lions Bowlers
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kartik Tyagi | 4 | 30 | 2 | 7.50 |
| Saurabh Kumar | 3 | 28 | 1 | 9.33 |
| Shivam Mavi | 4 | 35 | 1 | 8.75 |
Kanpur Superstars Bowlers
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuldeep Yadav | 4 | 25 | 2 | 6.25 |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 4 | 32 | 2 | 8.00 |
| Arshad Khan | 4 | 40 | 1 | 10.00 |
📊 Match Scorecard Table
| Team | Score | Overs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gorakhpur Lions | 165/6 | 20.0 Overs | 6 |
| Kanpur Superstars | 167/5 | 19.2 Overs | 5 |
🌟 Key Moments of the Match
- Rinku Singh’s explosive 58 lifted Gorakhpur to a competitive score.
- Karan Sharma’s captain’s knock (62 off 40) anchored the chase.
- Arshad Khan’s finishing blow (45* off 22) sealed the game.
🏆 Player of the Match
Karan Sharma was awarded the Player of the Match for his match-winning knock and leadership.
🎙️ Post-Match Reactions
Karan Sharma (Kanpur Superstars Captain):
“We believed in our batting depth and it paid off today. Great show from the boys.”
Abhishek Goswami (Gorakhpur Lions Captain):
“We had a good total on board but missed out on some key wickets.”
🎥 Match Highlights
- Total Fours: 24
- Total Sixes: 11
- Extras: 9
- Dot Balls: 48
- Run Rate (Overall): 8.55
📚 Head-to-Head Record
| Match | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kanpur Superstars | 5 wickets |
| 2 | Gorakhpur Lions | 7 runs |
| 3 | Kanpur Superstars | 3 wickets |
📈 Impact on Points Table
| Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanpur Superstars | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 | +1.25 |
| Gorakhpur Lions | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | +0.45 |
📅 Upcoming Fixtures
- Kanpur Superstars vs Lucknow Warriors – June 20, 2025
- Gorakhpur Lions vs Noida Knights – June 21, 2025
✅ Conclusion
The Gorakhpur Lions vs Kanpur Superstars match scorecard told a story of sheer competition, power-hitting, and smart bowling. While Gorakhpur set up a decent total, Kanpur’s experienced batting line-up chased it down with style. This clash once again showed why the UP T20 League is fast becoming a breeding ground for India’s cricketing future.
❓ FAQs
1. Who won the match between Gorakhpur Lions and Kanpur Superstars?
Kanpur Superstars won by 5 wickets.
2. Who was the top scorer in the match?
Karan Sharma scored 62 runs and was the top scorer.
3. What was the final score of Gorakhpur Lions?
Gorakhpur Lions scored 165/6 in 20 overs.
4. Where was the match played?
The match was played at Green Park Stadium, Kanpur.
5. How many times have Kanpur Superstars defeated Gorakhpur Lions?
Kanpur Superstars have beaten Gorakhpur Lions 2 out of their last 3 meetings.
