Kamau Leverock produced a “swashbuckling” individual masterclass in Haldwani today, though his India Tigers side eventually fell to a 17-run defeat in the Legends League Cricket.
The Mumbai Spartans posted a competitive 160 for 8 at the Indira Gandhi International Stadium, anchored by a fluent 42 from Bharath Chipli. Despite disciplined bowling from the Tigers—led by Shadab Jakati’s 3 for 24—the target proved just out of reach on a surface that became increasingly difficult to navigate.
In pursuit of 161, the Tigers slumped early before Leverock ignited the chase with a defiant 49 off 37 balls. The Bermudian all-rounder struck eight boundaries and a towering six, forcing the Spartans into defensive field sets. However, his dismissal by veteran seamer Sreesanth proved the turning point.
The Tigers finished on 143 for 6, falling short despite Leverock’s heroics. While the result is a setback, Leverock’s explosive form remains a major positive for the franchise as the tour continues.
