By BD Narayankar Bengaluru, Aug 23 (Reporter) In an electrifying display of endurance and skill, the Hubli Tigers emerged victorious over the Bengaluru Blasters in an unprecedented triple super over clash. The Shriram Capital Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20, powered by FanCode, witnessed a match that will be remembered as one of the most dramatic finishes in recent cricketing history. The encounter began as a gripping contest, with both teams finishing their regular innings tied at 164 runs. What followed was a high-stakes battle that saw both teams neck and neck through two super overs, leading to an extraordinary third super over to decide the winner. The initial super over set the tone for what was to come. With the Tigers batting first, Manvanth Kumar and Aneeshwar Gautam faced off against Bengaluru’s bowlers. Despite a tight bowling effort from the Blasters, Kumar and Gautam managed to score 9 runs. The pressure was now on Bengaluru to chase this modest target. With precision and calmness, the Blasters reached 9 runs with a ball to spare, making it all square and forcing the game into a second super over. The second super over was a test of nerves. Bengaluru Blasters batted first, and once again, the Tigers’ bowlers, led by Manvanth Kumar, delivered a near-perfect performance. They restricted the Blasters to 8 runs, setting a target of 9 runs for victory. As the Tigers took to the field to chase down this modest total, Bengaluru's bowlers, particularly Lavish Kaushal, put up a determined fight. The Tigers managed to match the Blasters' score, leading to an unprecedented third super over. With the tension reaching its peak, the third super over promised to be a dramatic conclusion. Bengaluru Blasters set a challenging target of 10 runs, and the stage was set for a thrilling finale. Manvanth Kumar, who had already proven his mettle with the ball, now had the chance to seal the game with the bat. In a display of remarkable composure under pressure, Kumar struck a crucial four off the final ball to secure the victory for the Hubli Tigers. Manvanth Kumar emerged as the hero of the day, with his all-round brilliance evident throughout the match. His quickfire 28 runs, coupled with his 4/33 with the ball, made him the standout performer. His decisive knock in the third super over ensured the Tigers walked away with the win. Lavish Kaushal, the Bengaluru Blasters’ bowler, delivered a spectacular performance, claiming the first five-wicket haul of the season and restricting the Tigers to 164/10. His efforts in the super overs were also commendable but ultimately fell just short. Despite his valiant 54 runs earlier in the game, Mayank Agarwal’s contribution wasn’t enough to secure a win for the Blasters. His innings, however, was a crucial part of the Blasters’ fightback. This thrilling encounter showcased the intensity and unpredictability of T20 cricket, with both teams giving their all in a match that was ultimately decided by a single boundary. The Hubli Tigers’ victory in this triple super over thriller will be etched in the annals of T20 history as one of the most memorable finishes ever witnessed...////...