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It took 689 days for the Madurai based franchise to register their first ever win in TNPL. But, after tasting their first victory against the Chepauk Super Gillies, the Siechem Madurai Panthers have registered 2 more wins and are giving several other quality sides a run for their money. Though they do not boast of high-profile players like other sides, they have several individuals who have exceeded expectations with their performances on the field.
The players who feature in this list, have shouldered the responsibility of winning matches for their side on a consistent basis and have added a lot of value to their side. They might be the main reason if Siechem Madurai Panthers reach the knockouts of the tournament.
Now let us have a look at these players:
#3 Abhishek Tanwar
Abhishek Tanwar might not be a name, that many people may know, outside those who follow League cricket in Tamil Nadu.
He shot into limelight when he smashed 55 off 22 balls in the second edition of the TNPL against the Lyca Kovai Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on 12th August 2017 when he turned up for the VB Thiruvallur Veerans (now VB Kanchi Veerans).
Representing the Siechem Madurai Panthers this season, the 26 year old was on fire against Jones Tuti Patriots as he finished with excellent figures of 4-0-28-3 which helped his side restrict the mighty opposition to come out victorious. Apart from his bowling skills, his six-hitting abilities lower down the order have made him an integral member of this side.
#2 KB Arun Karthik
One of the most exciting batsmen of TNPL, Arun Karthik is an integral part of the Madurai franchise ever since its inception. Opening the innings, he often got them off to great starts when the field restrictions were in place.
In this edition too, he has made significant contributions to his side at the top, registering half-centuries against Dindigul Dragons and Jones Tuti Patriots scoring 61 and 59 runs respectively.
Madurai will look forward to this veteran batsmen to carry on his good work and steer them to the playoffs.
#1 Varun Chakravathi
Even before the start of this edition of TNPL, the captain of Siechem Madurai Panthers had hinted that Varun Chakravathi, the mystery spinner, would be their secret weapon. Little did we know that he would become one of the most-reliable bowlers for his captain in a very short time. In the 4 matches he has played in this edition, he has bowled 16 overs, conceding 83 runs and picked up 5 wickets at an economy rate of 5.1.
Though he is not a big turner of the ball, his deceptive variations enabled him to emerge as a successful bowler for his side. His best bowling figures of 3-16 helped the Siechem Madurai Panthers beat the Chepauk Super Gillies in the second game of their campaign.
Varun, on the other hand, must be looking to pick up wickets while being able to curtail the run flow which would make it doubly difficult for the opposition batsmen.
