normalnormalnormalChandigarh, After five days of rain-marred that disrupted the Chandigarh Premier League, cricket finally returned to action at the Sector 16 Cricket Stadium on Friday. Both scheduled fixtures went ahead as planned with the opening encounter witnessing Panchkula Bashers registering a commanding 57-run victory over Altruistian.Opting to bat first, Panchkula Bashers posted a competitive total of 171/5 in 20 overs with rding on a brilliant knock by Devang Kaushik (91 off 53 balls, 6 fours, 6 sixes). Skipper Ankit Kaushik (35 off 34) provided stability in the middle order while Tusshar Joshi (19) gave a sensible start. For Altruistian, Nikhil Sharma (3/29) was the pick of the bowlers who was well supported by Aryan Duggal (2/56).In reply, Altruistian faltered and were bundled out for 114 in 17.1 overs. Opener Gaurav Puri (65 off 47, 4 fours, 5 sixes) stood tall with a valiant effort, but lacked support from the other end as wickets kept tumbling at regular intervals.Tarannpreet Singh (3/24) took three wickets while Abhishek Saini (2/20) and Markanday Panchal (2/26) shared two each.Later in the day, Capital Strikers overpower Talanoa Tigers by 55 runs. Opting to bat first, Capital Strikers posted a mammoth total of 193/4 in 20 overs which was powered by Nipun Sharda (74 off 45 balls, 9 fours, 3 sixes). He stitched a crucial stand with Arjun Azad (62 off 36, 7 fours, 3 sixes) who provided a solid start. Yuvraj Rai (26) and unbeaten Amrit Lubana (21) ensured a strong finish.In reply, Talanoa Tigers faltered under scoreboard pressure and managed 138/8. Openers Nehal Pajni (36 off 19, 3 fours, 2 sixes) and Dushyant Thamman (36 off 28, 4 sixes) gave hopes of a chase but the middle order collapsed against a disciplined bowling attack. Amrit Lubana (2/14) was the most successful bowler from the side.normalnormalThe post Bashers & Strikers register emphatic wins as CPL resumes after five days appeared first on Chandigarh City News.