Rohan Kunnummal smashed 94 off 47 balls to steer Calicut Globstars to a four‑run win over Alleppey Riples at the Greenfield Stadium. Left‑arm spinner M.U. Harikrishnan’s double‑wicket maiden turned the tide early.

  • Rohan Kunnummal’s 94 clinched a 4‑run win
  • M.U. Harikrishnan’s double‑wicket maiden destabilised the Ripples
  • Globstars posted 135/4, defending 131

On Monday at Greenfield Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, Calicut Globstars defeated Alleppey Ripples by four runs in the KCL, thanks to a blistering 94 from captain Rohan S. Kunnummal and early breakthroughs by left‑arm spinner M.U. Harikrishnan.

Match Highlights

Winning the toss, Globstars’ bowlers exploited the conditions, bundling Ripples out for 131 all out. Harikrishnan’s second over produced a double‑wicket maiden, dismissing Jalaj Saxena and skipper Sachin Baby in successive deliveries, putting the Ripples on the back foot.

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Alleppey’s top‑order crumbled after Akhil Scaria struck early, removing in‑form Mohammed Azharuddeen (16) and K.A. Arun, leaving them 16/4. A brief resurgence came from Abhijith Praveen (24) and Sibin Girish (17) adding 30 runs for the eighth wicket, but the total stalled at 131.

Rohan Kunnummal’s Heroics

Chasing 132, Rohan unleashed a ferocious 47‑ball 94 (6 fours, 8 sixes). He capitalised on early lifelines, hitting three consecutive sixes, and narrowly missed a century while attempting an extra big hit. Partner Akhil Scaria contributed a steady 31* to see Globstars home.

Scorecard Summary

Alleppey Ripples 131/9 (19.3 overs) – top score: Ashiq Ali 33* (17 balls, 4x4, 1x6)
Calicut Globstars 135/4 (16.5 overs) – top score: Rohan Kunnummal 94 (47 balls, 6x4, 8x6)

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that such dominant performances in the KCL not only boost the players' confidence but also raise the tournament’s profile, attracting more sponsors and viewership in South Indian cricket circuits.

"Rohan’s innings sets a new benchmark for aspiring middle‑order batsmen," cricket analyst Ajay Mehta remarked.
Did You Know?: Greenfield Stadium’s fast‑pitch history has produced several high‑scoring innings, making it a batter’s paradise.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this win improve Globstars’ ranking in the league?
Yes, the four‑run victory adds three points, strengthening their position on the KCL leaderboard.

Who are Globstars’ next opponents?
Next week, Calicut Globstars face the Kochi Tiger Boys in another high‑stakes contest.