Unreal Innings! Ex-RCB Cricketer Smashes 195* In T20 Match In Ayodhya League Swastik Chikara delivered a stunning performance by scoring an unbeaten 195 in a T20 match for the Gomti Thunder in the Ayodhya Premier League. The innings came after Chikara went unsold in the IPL 2026 auction, having been released by the Royal Challengers Bengaluru earlier. Chikara and Priyanshu Pandey, opening for the Gomti Thunder, dominated the innings against the Hindon Titans, helping their team post a formidable total of 307. Pandey scored 100 not out, but Chikara stole the spotlight with his explosive batting. Chikara’s innings featured 21 sixes and 11 boundaries, with the right-handed batter smashing 126 runs off the bat through boundaries alone. He reached his century in the 14th over and continued to dominate, eventually sealing his innings with a towering six in the final over. The highlight of his innings came in the last few deliveries, where he hit six, six, four, a rare dot ball, and then another six to finish with an unbeaten 195 off 69 balls. The Gomti Thunder’s total of 307 proved too much for the Hindon Titans, who were bowled out for 218. Shekhar Sirohi top-scored with 68, but the Thunder’s bowlers, including Ritik Srivastava and Aravindra Verma, restricted the Titans’ total effectively. Chikara’s performance was a testament to his power-hitting abilities, which he has honed over the years. The 28-year-old, who idolizes Virender Sehwag, made a name for himself in the 2024 Uttar Pradesh T20 League, where he scored 499 runs at a strike rate of 186, hitting 47 sixes in 269 deliveries. Despite his impressive form, Chikara was only called up for a brief stint with Uttar Pradesh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, where he managed just 15 runs in four matches.#swastik_chikara #hindon_titans #gomti_thunder #ayodhya_premier_league #priyanshu_pandey
Swastik Chikara: Former RCB IPL-Winning Squad Member Smashes 195* (69) In Ayodhya Premier League | IPL 2026 Swastik Chikara delivered a standout performance in the Ayodhya Premier League on Sunday, March 22, by scoring an unbeaten 195 off 69 balls for the Gomti Thunder against the Hindon Titans. His innings, characterized by 21 sixes and 11 fours, helped his team post a formidable total of 307-0. Chikara’s aggressive batting saw him outscore his opening partner, Priyanshu Pandey, who remained unbeaten on 100 in 54 balls. Chikara’s 195 came with a strike rate of 282, as he dominated the opposition bowlers throughout the 20-over match. The innings was marked by Chikara’s ability to rotate the strike and maintain momentum. He needed just 27 runs to reach a double century when Pandey handed him the strike with five balls remaining. Chikara responded with a flurry of sixes, hitting six, six, and four before missing a ball, then finishing the innings with a six. His 21 sixes in 69 balls set a new benchmark for power-hitting in the tournament. In reply, the Hindon Titans struggled to match the Thunder’s pace, eventually being bowled out for 218. Shekhar Sirohi top-scored with an unbeaten 68 off 33 balls, but the Thunder’s bowlers restricted the Titans’ scoring. Ritik Srivastava and Aravindra Verma took three wickets each, while Atif Sajid contributed 2-13 in his three overs. The Thunder’s dominant display underscored Chikara’s impact as a key player in the competition. Chikara’s performance in the Ayodhya Premier League comes after a notable career trajectory. A hard-hitting batter who idolizes Virender Sehwag, he gained recognition during his stint with the Meerut Mavericks in the 2024 Uttar Pradesh T20 League. There, he scored 499 runs at a strike rate of 186, hitting 47 sixes in 269 balls.#virender_sehwag #swastik_chikara #hindon_titans #gomti_thunder #ayodhya_premier_league
Swastik Chikara's Record-Breaking T20 Performance Sparks IPL 2026 Hype Swastik Chikara, a star player from Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL title-winning squad, delivered a stunning performance in a T20 match just days before the IPL 2026 season. In a game for Gomti Thunder against Hindon Titans in the Ayodhya Premier League 2026, Chikara smashed 195 runs off just 69 balls, hitting 21 sixes. His innings, marked by explosive hitting, saw him reach his century in 54 balls before finishing with three sixes and a four in his final five deliveries. Despite his heroics, he fell short of a double century, highlighting his immense potential. Chikara, who was acquired by Virat Kohli's Royal Challengers Bengaluru for Rs 30 lakh ahead of the IPL 2025 season, did not make his IPL debut for the team in 2024. However, his skills were evident in the UP T20 League 2024, where he emerged as the top run-scorer for Meerut Mavericks. In 12 innings, he amassed 499 runs, including 47 sixes, with a strike rate exceeding 185. His ability to consistently deliver high scores in T20 cricket has positioned him as a rising star in the format. Despite his impressive performances, Chikara went unsold at the base price of Rs 30 lakh in the IPL 2026 mini auction. This has raised questions about his market value, though his track record with RCB and Delhi Capitals in previous IPL seasons suggests he remains a key player in domestic cricket. His recent match against Hindon Titans, however, has reignited discussions about his potential to make an impact in the upcoming IPL 2026. Chikara's explosive innings in the Ayodhya Premier League 2026 has been widely celebrated as a precursor to his IPL 2026 campaign.#virat_kohli #royal_challengers_bengaluru #swastik_chikara #ayodhya_premier_league_2026 #hindon_titans
