Rinku Singh's 7-Ball Blitz: Scores 29 at 414.29 Strike Rate as Meerut Mavericks Seal Sixth Straight Win

Rinku Singh produced a breathtaking power-hitting display in the UP T20 League, smashing 29 runs from just 7 balls at a stunning 414.29 strike rate as Meerut Mavericks defeated Gorakhpur Lions by 10 wickets in a rain-shortened match at Lucknow's Ekana Cricket Stadium.

The Meerut Mavericks captain struck 2 fours and 3 sixes during his explosive unbeaten cameo, helping his team chase down Gorakhpur's 92-run target in just 6.4 overs.

Rinku Singh Smashes 29 Off 7 Balls

With the match reduced to eight overs per side because of rain, Rinku wasted no time in attacking the Gorakhpur bowling attack.

His 29-run innings came from only seven deliveries, including three sixes and two boundaries, giving him a remarkable 414.29 strike rate.

Rinku's assault, combined with an unbeaten 44 from Swastik Chikara, powered Meerut to a comfortable 10-wicket victory.

Meerut Chase 92 Without Losing a Wicket

Gorakhpur Lions posted 91/6 in 8 overs after being asked to bat first.

In reply, Meerut Mavericks reached 92/0 in 6.4 overs, completing a dominant 10-wicket win.

Swastik Chikara remained unbeaten on 44 off 24 balls, hitting four fours and three sixes. Rinku Singh's seven-ball blitz provided the finishing punch.

The victory marked Meerut Mavericks' sixth consecutive win of the season. They now have 12 points and sit at the top of the UP T20 League points table.

For Gorakhpur Lions, it was their fourth defeat in six matches.

Zeeshan Ansari's Four-Wicket Haul

Meerut won the toss and elected to bowl first. Gorakhpur opener Abhay Pratap Singh provided the main contribution with 33 runs from 16 balls, including four fours and two sixes.

However, Meerut spinner Zeeshan Ansari dismantled the Gorakhpur batting lineup, taking 4 wickets for just 10 runs in two overs.

His outstanding spell earned him the Player of the Match award.

Swastik Chikara Continues to Lead Run Charts

Swastik Chikara's unbeaten 44 further strengthened his position at the top of the UP T20 League run-scoring charts.

He has now accumulated 229 runs in six matches. Karan Sharma is second with 186 runs in five matches.

Meanwhile, Zeeshan Ansari leads the bowling charts with 14 wickets, followed by Abhinandan Singh with 13 wickets.

Meerut Mavericks on a Six-Match Winning Streak

The victory underlines Meerut Mavericks' impressive run in the tournament. Their six consecutive wins have taken them to 12 points and the top of the standings.

Rinku Singh's sensational cameo was the highlight of the latest victory, but the team's overall performance—Zeeshan's four-wicket spell and Swastik's unbeaten 44—made the 10-wicket win possible.