The Dehradun Warriors are competing in the second season of the Uttarakhand Premier League (UPL) 2025, and they have begun their campaign with a victory against the USN Indians. The Warriors are aiming for the title, and their strong squad gives them a good chance of success. The team has several match-winners, and head coach Manish Jha identified the key players in an exclusive interview.
When asked about the Warriors’ most significant assets, Coach Manish Jha pointed out two standout players: Yuvraj Chaudhary and Devendra Bora. He mentioned that Devendra had a successful previous season and was part of the India U-23 camp. He also highlighted Sanskar Rawat’s strong performance last season and Naveen Singh’s experience as a net bowler for the Rajasthan Royals over the past two seasons. These players bring valuable top-level experience and can guide younger players during crucial game situations.
In a recent match, the Dehradun Warriors defeated the Pithoragarh Hurricanes by 10 wickets. The Warriors’ bowlers restricted the Hurricanes to a score of only 120 runs. Mayank Mishra, Naveen Kumar Singh, and Rakshit Rohi each took two wickets. The Warriors easily chased the target in 9.5 overs, with Yuvraj Chaudhary scoring 86 runs and Sanskar Ramesh Rawat scoring 25 runs. The match was dominated by the Warriors, with Yuvraj Chaudhary’s performance leading the team to victory. This win propelled the Dehradun Warriors to second place, with a net run rate of +1.634.