05.10.08
First Hat-Trick Of The IPL
None expected him to even play consistently and he was out of the first few games for the Chennai Super Kings as he wasn’t match fit. But he’s back now with a bang. Lakshmipathy Balaji was almost a forgotten figure of Indian Cricket. But this effort would remind everyone about his presence.
He bowled an amazing spell leading a rather weak attack. He ended up with figures of 5/24 of 4 overs. This also included the first hat-trick of the IPL when he picked up the dangerous looking Irfan Pathan, Piyush Chawla and V.R.V. Singh. It is a feat to reckon. He also picked up two crucial wickets of Yuvraj Singh and Shaun Marsh who were going at a good speed before being halted. This ensured that the Chennai Super Kings beat King’s XI Punjab by 14 runs.
Earlier in the match, Subramaniam Badrinath ( 64 runs of 47 balls ) and M.S.Dhoni ( 60 of 43 balls ) put up a brilliant show with the bat and helped the team from a tricky situation with aggressive batting to help them post 181/4 in 20 overs. Both played some exquisite shots and had the crowd on their feat. Then it was Marsh ( 58 runs of 38 balls ) who also came to the party along with Irfan Pathan ( 40 runs of 18 balls ). The game also had a good display with the ball when the King’s XI restricted Chennai Super Kings to 181 when they were set to score over 200. Then it was this tremendous spell by L.Balaji which was well supported by other Super Kings Bowlers.
Vikas Sah said,
May 11, 2008 at 12:07 am
A very commendable effort from a forgotten bowler. We wish Balaji best of luck.
Reemas from PrivateMarriage said,
May 11, 2008 at 1:11 am
we will see many more hidden talents like this – thanks IPL
SHANKAR said,
May 11, 2008 at 2:08 am
BALAJI showed his class and proved his mettle as a very intelligent and thinking bowler. superb effort that needs to be lauded considering his return after a back injury..well done..
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chan said,
October 2, 2008 at 8:17 pm
Your hatric was really coool.. a grang come back.. Am eagerly hoping to see you in the game soon for you have the talent.. Best Wishes