In a tense Semi-Final 2 of the 2025 Vidarbha Premier League (VPL) between Pagariya Strikers (PAS) and Orange Tigers (ORT) at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Jamtha, Nagpur, Pagariya Strikers won the toss and elected to bowl first. In a thrilling low-scoring drama, the Pagariya Strikers recovered from a late meltdown to pursue the target with only two wickets remaining, clinching a victory to remember and securing their spot in the VPL 2025 final against NECO Master Blaster.

Orange Tigers Innings

Orange Tigers were bowled out for 132 in 19.2 overs after batting first. Wicket-keeper opener Rohit V. Binkar held the innings together with a vital 52 off 41 balls, and Akshay Karnewar (21 off 14) and Yash Rathod (18 off 13) contributed with brisk runs. But the middle and lower order could not capitalize on the platform as the Pagariya bowlers kept on coming at regular intervals. Ashit Singh starred with the ball, claiming 3/10 in just 3 overs. Dipesh Parwani (2/29) and Kaustubh Salve (2/23) added to the pressure with disciplined spells, restricting ORT to a below-par total.

Pagariya Strikers Innings

Chasing 133, Pagariya Strikers managed some dodgy moments to reach 133/8 in 19.2 overs. Ashit Singh continued his all-round performance, making a breezy 33 off 20 balls, while MD Faiz (33 off 36) steadied the innings with some middle-overs solidity. Skipper Yash Kadam added a crucial 32 from 27 balls. Although there was a courageous comeback by Akshay Karnewar (3/21) and Minar Sahare (2/18), the Strikers managed to surpass the target in the last over. Tushar Suryavanshi (1/1) also staged a late drama, but Pagariya maintained their composure to seal a closely fought victory.

With this dramatic victory, Pagariya Strikers will now take on NECO Master Blaster in the grand final of VPL 2025. Both sides have displayed great form throughout the competition, and they will be all set for a thrilling contest for the VPL 2025 title at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium.

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Pagariya Strikers (PAS) vs Orange Tigers (ORT): Match Scorecard

Orange Tigers – 132/10 (19.2 Overs)

Pagariya Strikers – 133/8 (19.2 Overs)

Pagariya Strikers Nagpur (PAS) will face Orange Tigers (ORT) in Semi-Finals 2 of the Vidarbha Premier League (VPL) 2025 at 07:45 PM IST on June 13. A win for either team will provide a much-needed boost to keep their tournament hopes alive. The pitch is slow at VCA Stadium, along with long, straight boundaries, which can create challenges for scoring while maintaining the bowlers in the contest.

PAS vs ORT: Match Details

• Date: June 13, 2025
• Time: 07:45 PM IST
  
• Venue: Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur
  
• Win% Batting First: 33%
  
• Win% Bowling First: 67%
  

PAS vs ORT: Weather Report

The conditions in Nagpur will be hot and mildly humid, with a 41.1°C temperature anticipated in the evening encounter. Rain chances have increased slightly to 25%, but showers are still unlikely. With the humidity at 22%, endurance will be tested, but the conditions shouldn't affect play.

• Temperature: 41.1 degrees celsius
  
• Rain: 25%—light chance of passing showers
  
• Humidity: 22%—moderate discomfort possible
  
• Winds: light breeze (~10-12 km/h) has no effect on play
  

PAS vs ORT: Pitch Report

The pitch at VCA is still presenting the batters with difficulties in a two-paced bounce. Paces early in their innings have been aided with some seam movement, while later on in their innings, spinners have had some influence. Teams have struggled to score quick boundaries; long dimensions make it hard. Captains may want to bat first. Target 120-130 to be competitive.

• Nature of Surface: Two-paced; seam early, spin later
  
• Key Bowling Types: Seamers (early), Spinners (middle/death)
• Boundary Dimensions: Large; six-hitting not easy
  
• Captain's Likely Decision: Bat first
  
• Average First Innings Score: 126
  

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Venue Records—VCA Stadium, VPL 2025

• Highest Team Total: 203/3 – Bharat Rangers vs Orange Tigers
  
• Lowest Team Total: 77/8 – Nagpur Hornets vs Pagariya Strikers Nagpur
  
• Trend: Bowlers dominate; chasing has slight advantage