Bhojpur Advances to BCA Senior Men’s ODI Trophy Quarterfinals

Patna, March 2, 2026 – Bhojpur has earned a place in the quarterfinals of the BCA Senior Men’s ODI Trophy following a dominant 9-wicket victory over Shahabad Zone’s Buxar. The match, a crucial league game, saw Bhojpur chase down the target with ease.

Match Summary

The match took place at the DLS Ground in Sadisopur, near Patna. Buxar, after winning the toss, posted a total of 174 runs, all out, in 39.3 overs. Bhojpur responded emphatically, reaching the target of 175 runs for the loss of only one wicket in 22.4 overs.

Buxar’s Innings Struggles

Buxar’s innings experienced a mid-game collapse despite a promising start. Captain Nikhilkatyayan led the scoring with a quick 52 runs off 28 balls, including nine fours and one six. Arun Kumar Yadav contributed 44 runs, and Brajesh Yadav added 29, but consistent wicket losses hampered their ability to build a substantial total.

Bhojpur’s bowling attack proved too strong for Buxar. Samaresh Kumar Singh was the pick of the bowlers, claiming four wickets for 26 runs. Ankit Singh supported him well, taking three wickets for 24 runs, effectively dismantling the Buxar batting lineup.

Bhojpur’s Dominant Chase

Bhojpur’s chase was characterized by aggressive batting. Hridayanand Singh smashed 74 runs off 47 balls, decorated with seven fours and four sixes. Following his dismissal, Prakash Kumar Singh steered the team to victory with an unbeaten 72 runs, supported by Ankit Raj’s unbeaten 18. This strong partnership ensured Bhojpur reached the target in just 22.4 overs.

Prakash Kumar Singh was awarded the Player of the Match for his outstanding performance.

Bhojpur’s convincing victory demonstrates their strength as they move forward in the tournament. Their dominant performance in both batting and bowling sets a high standard for their upcoming quarterfinal match.