**Date:** 28 July  
**Weather:** Sunny

**Result:** Kolding won by 2 wickets

On a beautiful sunny day, Kolding secured a thrilling victory against Esbjerg, showcasing remarkable resilience in their chase. Here's a detailed summary of the match:

**Esbjerg Innings **

After losing the toss, Kolding bowled first, with Esbjerg having a slow start. Kolding's bowlers were in excellent form, with Mikkel delivering an outstanding spell. Mikkel took 4 wickets for just 31 runs in his 8 overs. Supporting him, Ajantha grabbed 2 wickets, while Santosh and Ankur chipped in with a wicket each. The disciplined bowling by all bowlers and improved fielding restricted Esbjerg to 173 runs. We conceded more extras which is definitely a area of improvement.

** Esbjerg Batting Highlights ** -
Total: 173 all out
Top Bowler: Mikkel - 4 wickets for 31 runs
** Kolding Innings **

Chasing 174, Kolding's openers Vijay and Shahid provided a solid start with a partnership of 43 runs before Shahid was dismissed LBW. A sudden collapse saw Kolding lose 4 wickets for just 20 runs, putting them under pressure. However, a crucial partnership between Vijay and Amit, worth 62 runs, stabilized the innings. Vijay scored a well-deserved half-century (52 runs), and Amit contributed 41 runs.

At a critical juncture, with the score at 151/8, Mikkel and debutant Rehan were at the crease. They exhibited great composure, steadily accumulating the remaining 24 runs needed for victory with 64 balls left. Their sensible batting, focusing on singles and twos, sealed a memorable win for Kolding.

** Kolding Batting Highlights ** -
Vijay: 52 runs
Amit: 41 runs
Mikkel and Rehan: Key partnership to clinch the victory
Conclusion

This win marks Kolding's second victory of the season. With two matches remaining, the team aims to maintain their sporting spirit and secure more wins.

Well done to the team for an excellent performance!

Man of the Match - Mikkel Sørensen 

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