India, Aug. 11 -- North Delhi strikers rode on all-round performance to beat West Delhi Lions in the match number 19 of the Delhi Premier League Season 2 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Chasing 166, the Lions faltered early at 13/2 after quick strikes from Vikas Dixit and captain Harshit Rana. Wicketkeeper Krish Yadav (23 off 23) stabilised the innings, but the required rate kept climbing.

The resurgence came from Hrithik Shokeen, who launched a spectacular counter-attack with 51 off 24 balls (5 fours, 3 sixes), adding 49 in just 19 balls. However, Deepanshu Gulia's crucial triple strike in the middle overs and Rana's tight final over restricted the chase to 154/8.

Earlier, North Delhi Strikers, who opted to bat first, concluded their fir...