The Bengal Tigers continued their strong run in CCL 2026 with a hard-fought 13-run victory over Kerala Strikers in Match 7 of the tournament. In a contest filled with momentum swings, Bengal Tigers’ depth in batting and disciplined death bowling proved decisive as they successfully defended a competitive total.
Bengal Tigers Build Strong Platform with 177/7
Batting first, Bengal Tigers posted an impressive 177/7 in 20 overs, powered by impactful contributions across the top and middle order.
Top Performances – Bengal Tigers
- Jammy Banerjee led the charge with a fluent 51 off 33 balls, smashing 8 fours and 2 sixes, setting the tempo for the innings.
- Jisshu Sengupta played a crucial knock of 46 off 24 balls, accelerating in the middle overs with clean striking.
- Joy Kumar Mukherjee provided a steady start with 42 off 35 balls, anchoring the innings before the late flourish.
Despite regular wickets, Bengal Tigers maintained a strong scoring rate and finished with a total that kept Kerala under pressure.
Best Bowlers – Kerala Strikers
- Bineesh Kodiyeri stood out with 3 wickets, breaking key partnerships.
- Arun Benny and Mani Kuttan applied control in patches but struggled to contain the Tigers’ acceleration at the death.
Kerala Strikers’ Brave Chase Falls Short
Chasing 178, Kerala Strikers showed intent but fell short, finishing at 164/10 in 19.2 overs.
Top Performances – Kerala Strikers
- Madan Mohan produced a stunning counter-attack, scoring 62 off 33 balls with a strike rate close to 190, keeping Kerala’s hopes alive deep into the chase.
- Arjun Nanda Kumar contributed a steady 31 off 30 balls, anchoring the innings during the early overs.
- Arun Benny added late momentum with a quick 17 off 6 balls, briefly threatening a dramatic finish.
However, consistent breakthroughs by Bengal Tigers halted Kerala’s progress just when the chase seemed to be gaining momentum.
Best Bowlers – Bengal Tigers
- Ratnadeep Ghosh delivered a match-winning spell, picking up 3 wickets and applying pressure in the middle overs.
- Rahul Mazumder impressed with 2 wickets, breaking key partnerships.
- Ananda Choudhuri chipped in with 2 crucial scalps, tightening Bengal’s grip in the final phase.
Key Turning Points of the Match
- Jammy Banerjee’s Fifty – Set a strong foundation and allowed Bengal to attack later.
- Middle-Over Acceleration by Jisshu Sengupta – Shifted momentum firmly in Bengal’s favor.
- Ratnadeep Ghosh’s Spell – His wickets stalled Kerala’s chase at a critical stage.
- Death-Over Composure – Bengal Tigers executed their plans under pressure to defend the total.
Final Score Summary
Bengal Tigers: 177/7 (20 overs)
Kerala Strikers: 164 all out (19.2 overs)
Result: Bengal Tigers won by 13 runs
Why This Match Matters in CCL 2026
- Bengal Tigers showcased batting depth and bowling discipline
- Kerala Strikers showed strong fight, led by Madan Mohan’s explosive knock
- The result strengthens Bengal’s position in the CCL 2026 points table
- Another close, high-quality contest that highlights the competitiveness of this season
