India’s Varun Chakaravarthy is widely recognized for his exceptional bowling skills, earning the reputation of a ‘mystery spinner’ through consistent performances that led to his selection in the national team. Most recently, he showcased his bowling prowess in the Champions Trophy, where he emerged as the second-highest wicket-taker, claiming 9 wickets in just three matches and playing a key role in his team’s title-winning campaign.
However, in a surprising turn of events during a Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) match on Sunday, Varun displayed his batting capabilities under immense pressure. Representing the Dindigul Dragons, he guided his team to a dramatic last-ball victory over the SKM Salem Spartans. With 10 runs needed from the final two deliveries, Varun kept his composure, smashing a six followed by a four, sealing a thrilling two-wicket win for his side.
The chase of 189 runs at the Indian Cement Company Ground in Tirunelveli seemed to be slipping away from the Dragons. Salem’s M Poiyamozhi had kept things tight, giving away only three runs and taking a crucial wicket in the first four balls of the final over. But a costly no-ball shifted the momentum. Capitalizing on the opportunity, Varun struck the penultimate delivery over long-on for six and followed it up with a boundary past the infield, sparking wild celebrations in the Dragons’ dugout.
