3 ‘Impact Players’ who powered Dehradun Warriors to a big win over USN Indians News24 –

UPL T20 2025: The Uttarakhand Premier League 2025 kicked off with a bang as the Dehradun Warriors handed last year’s champions, USN Indians, a stunning 16-run defeat in a thrilling season opener. Battling under pressure at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, the Warriors showcased nerves of steel and a few standout performers led the charge with memorable contributions.

Here are the top 3 impact players who turned the game in Dehradun’s favour:

Yuvraj Chaudhary 

A known name in Indian domestic cricket and a former Lucknow Super Giants player in the IPL, Yuvraj Chaudhary may not have fired with the bat – dismissed for just 3 runs, but he more than made up for it with the ball.

Bowling with discipline and control, Yuvraj put a stranglehold on the USN batters, finishing with 2 wickets for just 20 runs in his four overs. His calm, composed bowling spell came at a crucial stage, preventing USN from building any momentum in the chase. While it wasn’t his day with the bat, Yuvraj proved why he’s still a game-changer in pressure situations.

Mayank Mishra 

When Dehradun were struggling in the death overs, Mayank Mishra, batting at No. 10, stepped up unexpectedly and played a cameo that made a big difference.

He smashed 17 runs off just 10 balls at a strike rate of 170, including three classy boundaries that helped the Warriors push their total to 162, a target that eventually proved just out of reach for USN.

And he wasn’t done yet.

With the ball, Mayank picked up the crucial wicket of USN opener Avneesh Sudha, breaking the back of their chase. It was a classic all-round performance that swung the game in Dehradun’s favour when it mattered most.

Sagar Rawat 

Every team needs that one batter who absorbs pressure and counterattacks with style and Sagar Rawat did just that. In a high-stakes opener, Sagar led the charge with the bat, scoring a powerful 38 off 23 deliveries, including four massive sixes.

His aggressive intent and fearless strokeplay gave Dehradun a solid foundation and the momentum they needed to post a competitive total. With a lot of pre-season hype around him, Sagar didn’t just meet expectations, he exceeded them.

Warriors Send a Message Early

With a 16-run win over the defending champs, Dehradun Warriors have not only opened their UPL 2025 campaign in style, but also sent a strong message to the rest of the league – they’re here to fight, and they’ve got match-winners across the board.