Introduction
Haridwar Elmas vs Dehradun Warriors, The Uttarakhand Premier League (UPL) 2025 continues to serve up exciting cricketing action, and the match between Haridwar Elmas (HAH) and Dehradun Warriors (DHD) turned out to be a complete mismatch. Riding on captain Kunal Chandela’s majestic 87 runs off 52 balls, Haridwar Elmas posted a massive total of 190/6 in their allotted overs. In reply, the Warriors struggled against disciplined bowling and could only reach 118/9, suffering a heavy 72-run defeat.
This emphatic win strengthens Haridwar Elmas’ dominance in the tournament, keeping them firmly at the top of the UPL 2025 points table.
📊 Full Scorecard
Haridwar Elmas – Batting (1st Innings)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | S/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kunal Chandela (c) | 87 | 52 | 12 | 2 | 167.3 |
| Daksh Awana | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 125.0 |
| Priyanshu Khanduri | 45 | 31 | 5 | 1 | 145.1 |
| Neeraj Rathour | 32 | 20 | 2 | 2 | 160.0 |
| Siddharth Gupta | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 75.0 |
| Saurav Chauhan (not out) | 11 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 366.7 |
| Prashant Bhati | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Vishal Dangwal (wk) (not out) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Extras | 4 | ||||
| TOTAL | 190/6 (20 Ov) |
Dehradun Warriors – Batting (2nd Innings)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | S/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuvraj Chaudhary | 16 | 17 | 0 | 2 | 94.1 |
| Sanskar Rawat | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 |
| Harsh Rana | 7 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 58.3 |
| Aanjaneya Suryavanshi | 33 | 28 | 2 | 2 | 117.9 |
| Samarth Semwal | 7 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 53.8 |
| Sagar Rawat | 29 | 19 | 1 | 3 | 152.6 |
| Pranjal Raikwal | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 20.0 |
| Mayank Mishra | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.0 |
| Harshit Paliwal | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 |
| Rakshit Rohi (not out) | 8 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 80.0 |
| Devendra Bora (not out) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0 |
| Extras | 9 | ||||
| TOTAL | 118/9 (20 Ov) |
📌 Match Summary
- Haridwar Elmas Innings: The Elmas got off to a solid start with Kunal Chandela leading from the front. His 87 (52) was the backbone of the innings, supported by Priyanshu Khanduri (45 off 31) and Neeraj Rathour (32 off 20). A late flourish from Saurav Chauhan (11 off 3)* pushed the total to a daunting 190/6.
- Dehradun Warriors Innings: The Warriors’ chase never really got going. Aanjaneya Suryavanshi (33 off 29) and Sagar Rawat (29 off 19) tried to fight back, but regular wickets derailed their momentum. The Elmas bowlers, especially Abhay Chhetri (3/18) and Harjeet Singh (2/21), ensured that the Warriors ended at just 118/9.
⭐ Key Highlights
- Captain’s Knock: Kunal Chandela’s 87 off 52 balls stole the show.
- Strong Partnerships: Khanduri (45) and Rathour (32) provided vital middle-order support.
- Bowling Brilliance: Abhay Chhetri picked up 3 wickets for just 18 runs.
- Warriors’ Struggle: Only two batsmen crossed 30 runs, reflecting the lack of depth.
- Huge Win: Haridwar Elmas won by 72 runs, one of the biggest margins in UPL 2025 so far.
🔥 Top Player Performances
- Kunal Chandela (Elmas): 87 (52) – 12 fours, 2 sixes – Match-winning innings.
- Priyanshu Khanduri (Elmas): 45 (31) – stabilised the middle order.
- Abhay Chhetri (Elmas): 3/18 – top bowler of the match.
- Aanjaneya Suryavanshi (Warriors): 33 (29) – lone resistance in the chase.
- Sagar Rawat (Warriors): 29 (19) – played with intent, but too late.
❓ FAQs
Q1: Who won the UPL 2025 match between Haridwar Elmas and Dehradun Warriors?
👉 Haridwar Elmas won by 72 runs.
Q2: Who was the Player of the Match?
👉 Kunal Chandela, for his brilliant 87 off 52 balls.
Q3: What was the turning point of the game?
👉 Chandela’s aggressive innings and Chhetri’s early wickets that broke the Warriors’ backbone.
Q4: How many runs did Dehradun Warriors score?
👉 They finished with 118/9 in 20 overs.
Q5: What was Haridwar Elmas’ total?
👉 They posted 190/6 in their innings.
