Nagaland registered a commanding 10-wicket win over Arunachal Pradesh in the Col. C.K. Nayudu Trophy (Plate Group) U23 encounter held at the Sovima Cricket Ground from October 26 to 29.

According to a press release issued by the Nagaland Cricket Association (NCA), the match details are as follows:

Arunachal Pradesh – First Innings: 142 all out (63.2 overs)

After winning the toss and opting to bat first, Arunachal Pradesh faced early trouble against Nagaland’s disciplined bowling unit.

T. Jacob (48 off 173) provided a patient knock, holding one end together, but lacked support from the rest of the batting order.

For Nagaland, Anil Gupta was the standout performer, picking up 5/37 in 19.2 overs, while Neizekho (3/9) and Kelhousilie Zaputou (2/40) ensured regular breakthroughs to dismiss Arunachal for 142.

Nagaland – First Innings: 204 all out (56.1 overs)

In reply, Nagaland built a strong first-innings lead, led by composed batting from Keneizetuo Rio (53 off 144) and Kavito (43 off 82). Their contributions ensured a steady total despite occasional wickets falling.

For Arunachal, Amarjeet Sharma bowled superbly to claim 6/68 in 19.1 overs, keeping his side in contention.

Arunachal Pradesh – Second Innings: 68 all out (33.2 overs)

Facing a deficit, Arunachal’s batting lineup once again struggled to handle Nagaland’s bowling attack.

Only Leki Tsering (21 off 43) managed to reach double figures, as Neizekho produced a sensational spell of 6/8 in 10.2 overs, ably supported by Kelhousilie Zaputou (2/13).

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Nagaland – Second Innings: 7/0 (2.0 overs)

Chasing just 7 runs for victory, Nagaland wrapped up the game swiftly. Keneizetuo Rio (5)* and Mughavi Sumi (2)* completed the chase in just 2 overs, sealing a dominant 10-wicket win for the home side.

Match Summary

• Toss: Arunachal Pradesh opted to bat
• Result: Nagaland won by 10 wickets
• Venue: Sovima Cricket Ground, Sovima
• Top Performers:

– Anil Gupta (Nagaland): 5/37 (1^st innings)

– Neizekho (Nagaland): 6/8 (2^nd innings), 3/9 (1^st innings)

– Keneizetuo Rio (Nagaland): 53 (1^st innings), 5* (2^nd innings)

– Amarjeet Sharma (Arunachal Pradesh): 6/68 (1^st innings)

– T. Jacob (Arunachal Pradesh): 48 (1^st innings)

This emphatic victory highlights Nagaland’s growing consistency and strength at the U23 level, powered by a balanced combination of sharp bowling and dependable batting, stated the NCA.