Bhuvneshwar, Rizvi Star in UP’s Win Over Chandigarh

Uttar Pradesh showcased a strong performance in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy as they defeated Chandigarh by 40 runs at the Eden Gardens.

Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar demonstrated his enduring class, returning impressive figures of 3/23 in four overs, helping restrict Chandigarh to 172 for eight after UP posted a competitive 212 for seven in their 20 overs.

Opening batsman Sameer Rizvi played a blistering knock of 70 runs off just 42 balls, featuring six fours and three sixes, anchoring UP’s innings and setting up the platform for the bowlers.

The win highlighted Bhuvneshwar’s continued impact in domestic cricket and Rizvi’s emerging prowess, keeping Uttar Pradesh firmly in contention in the tournament.