A hard-fought match in the Param Veers Cricket League saw Gwinnet Warriors take on ACZ Gladiators on June 29, 2025. Both teams brought energy and determination to the pitch, aiming to secure a crucial win in the Spring T-20 2025 season.
Gwinnet Warriors set a challenging target of 129 for ACZ Gladiators after posting 128 all out in their 20 overs. The ACZ Gladiators put up a spirited chase but fell short, finishing at 107/8 in their allotted overs, handing Gwinnet Warriors a 21-run victory.
The Warriors’ innings was anchored by contributions from Augustine Brandon (24 off 20), Dhaval Chaudhari (18 off 20), and Sam Mathew (16 not out). The Gladiators’ bowlers shared the wickets, with Rahul Shandilya (3/18), Govind Erra (2/22), Mihir Nayee (2/27), and Akhilbabu Banddarupally (1/25) all making an impact.
Chasing 129, ACZ Gladiators struggled to build partnerships. Aryan Ghotkar stood out with an unbeaten 59 off 52, but the rest of the batting line-up found it tough against disciplined bowling from Gwinnet Warriors. Akhilbabu Banddarupally (14 off 16) and Alok Singh (11 off 20) made minor contributions, but regular wickets kept the pressure on the Gladiators.
The match was marked by disciplined bowling from both sides. Gwinnet Warriors’ lower order contributed crucial runs to set a challenging total. For ACZ Gladiators, Aryan Ghotkar’s unbeaten half-century was the standout performance, but lack of support from the other end meant the chase never gained momentum. The Gladiators’ bowlers, especially Rahul Shandilya and Govind Erra, kept things tight but were let down by extras and some late hitting from the opposition.