Vipraj Nigam guided Uttar Pradesh to the quarterfinals of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy with his outstanding performance.
The emerging player Vipraj Nigam overshadowed star all-rounder Rinku Singh. Vipraj’s stellar performance led UP to the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy quarterfinals.
Vipraj’s Match-Winning Performance
Vipraj Nigam’s exceptional skills turned the match in Uttar Pradesh’s favour in critical moments.
Nigam rose spectacularly in the intense situation. When the team needed 48 runs from 24 balls to win the match.
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The young Delhi Capitals recruit smashed an unbeaten 27 runs off just eight deliveries.
His power-packed inning featured powerful hits over backward point, extra cover, and long on. His confident strokes shifted momentum entirely, overshadowing teammate Rinku Singh’s composed innings.
Nigam’s impact was not confined to his batting only. His leg-spin also proved vital in the match. He claimed 2 wickets for just 20 runs, keeping Andhra’s batter in check. His ability to shine in both departments earned him the well-deserved ‘player of the match’s honor.
How Vipraj Changed The Game
Nigam’s explosive batting in the 17th over swung the game decisively towards Uttar Pradesh.
As the pressure mounted, Nigam showcased composure, hitting boundaries with remarkable precision and audacity. Andhra’s bowler KV Sasikanth conceded 22 runs in that over, with Nigam’s powerful strokes
Nigam demonstrated his potential to thrive in high-stakes matches by scoring smoothly under pressure.
Nigam’s partnership with Rinku Singh showcased his teamwork. Together, both players fueled the inning and secured a win for Uttar Pradesh in the 19th over.
Future Endeavours
Indian Premier League’s one of the prominent teams, Delhi Capitals (DC), has bought Vipraj Nigam for INR 50 lakhs in the 2025 auction.
This brilliant performance by the youngster has certainly raised the franchise’s hopes of having a stellar performer like him on their team. How Vipraj performs in the upcoming IPL 2025 will be interesting to see.
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