The Celebrity Cricket League 2025 (CCL 2025) kicked off in style at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, with two thrilling matches. Fans were treated to exciting cricket action as Bengal Tigers and Karnataka Bulldozers secured victories on the opening day. Here’s a complete breakdown of both matches, including key performances and live score updates.
Match 1: Bengal Tigers Edge Past Chennai Rhinos in a Tight Contest
Match Summary
- Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Toss: Bengal Tigers opted to bat
- Result: Bengal Tigers won by 12 runs
Scorecard
- Bengal Tigers: 79/5 (10.0 Ov) & 111/4 (10.0 Ov)
- Chennai Rhinos: 90/4 (10.0 Ov) & 88/5 (10.0 Ov)
Top Performers
Batting Stars
- Rahul Mazumder (Bengal Tigers) – Anchored the innings in both phases.
- Sanjoy Mukherjee (Bengal Tigers) – Contributed crucial runs at the top.
- Dasarathi (Chennai Rhinos) – Tried his best to keep Chennai Rhinos in the chase.
Bowling Standouts
- Mukul Kumar Jana (Bengal Tigers) – Picked up key wickets at the right time.
- Kalaiarasan (Chennai Rhinos) – Put pressure on Bengal Tigers with tight spells.
- Jammy Banerjee (Bengal Tigers) – Controlled the middle overs with disciplined bowling.
Match Highlights
- Bengal Tigers reached 50 runs in 7.4 overs with 15 extras boosting their score.
- Chennai Rhinos had a strong start, scoring 50 in just 4.5 overs, but lost momentum later.
- Bengal Tigers accelerated in the second innings, reaching 52 runs in just 3.4 overs.
- Chennai Rhinos fell 12 runs short despite Dasarathi’s efforts, finishing at 88/5 in 10 overs.
The Bengal Tigers held their nerves in a tense finish, securing their first win in CCL 2025.
Match 2: Karnataka Bulldozers Dominate Telugu Warriors with a 46-Run Win
Match Summary
- Venue: M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
- Toss: Telugu Warriors opted to field
- Result: Karnataka Bulldozers won by 46 runs
Scorecard
- Karnataka Bulldozers: 113/3 (10.0 Ov) & 123/3 (10.0 Ov)
- Telugu Warriors: 99/5 (10.0 Ov) & 91/9 (10.0 Ov)
Top Performers
Batting Stars
- Krishna (Karnataka Bulldozers) – Played a stunning knock, scoring 80 runs.
- Akhil (Telugu Warriors) – Showed resilience with a well-made 51 off 30 balls.
- Thaman (Telugu Warriors) – Added crucial runs in the chase.
Bowling Heroes
- Ganesh (Karnataka Bulldozers) – Led the attack with effective spells.
- Chandan Kumar (Karnataka Bulldozers) – Bowled crucial overs, keeping Telugu Warriors under pressure.
Match Highlights
- Krishna’s explosive 80-run knock helped Karnataka post a strong 113/3 in 10 overs.
- Telugu Warriors responded well, reaching 50 in just 5.1 overs, thanks to Akhil’s quick innings.
- Karnataka continued their dominance in the second innings, smashing 123/3 in 10 overs.
- Telugu Warriors struggled in the chase, finishing at 91/9 in 10 overs, falling short by 46 runs.
Karnataka Bulldozers put on a solid all-round show, securing a convincing win in CCL 2025.
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FAQs About Celebrity Cricket League 2025
Who won the first match of CCL 2025?
Bengal Tigers won the first match, defeating Chennai Rhinos by 12 runs.
What was the biggest win on Day 1 of CCL 2025?
Karnataka Bulldozers had the biggest win, defeating Telugu Warriors by 46 runs.
Where can I check CCL 2025 live scores?
You can check CCL live scores on CricHeroes, the official tech partner of CCL 2025.
How did Krishna perform in the Karnataka Bulldozers match?
Krishna played a match-winning knock, scoring 80 runs off just 27 balls.
Will there be more matches in Bengaluru?
Yes, more league matches of CCL 2025 will take place in Bengaluru before the tournament moves to other venues.
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