Bhojpuri Dabangs kicked off their Celebrity Cricket League 2025 campaign in spectacular fashion. In a thrilling match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, the Manoj Tiwari-led team dominated Mumbai Heroes, securing a comfortable 8-wicket victory. The standout performer of the match was Asghar Khan, who played two outstanding innings and remained unbeaten, scoring 96 and 58 runs, leading his team to victory.
Mumbai Heroes Struggle in the First Innings
After winning the toss, Bhojpuri Dabangs opted to bowl first, a decision that worked in their favor. Mumbai Heroes could only manage 125 runs for 7 wickets in their allotted 10 overs.
Top Performers for Mumbai Heroes:
- Saqib Saleem Qureshi (Captain) – 35 runs
- Siddhant Ravindra Mouli – 37 runs
On the bowling front, Vikrant Singh and Asghar Khan shone for Bhojpuri Dabangs, taking 2 wickets each, restricting Mumbai Heroes to a below-par total.
Bhojpuri Dabangs Take the Lead with Power-Hitting
In response, Bhojpuri Dabangs delivered a commanding batting performance, scoring 150 runs in their first innings, securing a 25-run lead.
Top Performers for Bhojpuri Dabangs:
- Asghar Khan – 96* (Unbeaten)
- Aditya Ojha – 38 runs
This dominant display put Mumbai Heroes under pressure going into the second innings.
Mumbai Heroes Falter Again in the Second Innings
Mumbai Heroes struggled to find momentum in their second innings. Siddhant Ravindra Mouli, who was among the top scorers in the first innings, was dismissed for a duck, setting them back early.
However, Shabbir Ahluwalia provided some resistance with a blistering knock of 82 runs off 32 balls. But just when Mumbai looked to regain control, Asghar Khan struck again, running him out, dashing their hopes.
Key Contributions in the Second Innings:
- Shabbir Ahluwalia – 82 runs (32 balls)
- Nishant Dahiya – 33 runs
Mumbai Heroes managed 128/4 in their second innings, setting a target of 103 runs for Bhojpuri Dabangs.
Bhojpuri Dabangs Chase Down the Target in Style
Bhojpuri Dabangs made light work of the chase, reaching the target in just 5.5 overs with 8 wickets in hand. Once again, it was Asghar Khan who stole the show, scoring an unbeaten 58 runs, while Aditya Ojha contributed 21 runs*, ensuring an emphatic win.
Asghar Khan’s All-Round Brilliance Leads to Victory
Asghar Khan was the undisputed star of the match, delivering a phenomenal all-round performance:
✅ 96 and 58 runs (Unbeaten in both innings)**
✅ 2 wickets in bowling
✅ 1 crucial run-out
Thanks to his heroics, Bhojpuri Dabangs secured a dominant 8-wicket win, marking a dream start to their CCL 2025 campaign.
