They were bowling to nagging length and line-testing both openers and they were back in the pavilion after 5 overs when the total was only 13. A big inning was expected from Muditha at this point and he did not last long when he lofted the ball to deep mid-off where Jeevan held on to a good catch off Vasudev.

Luckstars could not recover from this initial setback and wickets started falling at regular intervals and finally they were all out for 66 runs in 26 overs. Their only batsmen to enter in double figures were Bertram with 11 runs and Bandu with 15.

For Vijay, Vasudev took 3 wickets for 5 runs in 4.5 overs, Kaushal 2 for 11 in 4 overs, Naren 2 for 11 in 5 overs and Visram 2 for 16 in 6 overs.

Earlier in the day, having won the toss Vijay elected to bat. Vijay's opener Patrick capitalised on a number of missed chances by Luckstars' fielders to get a career best 90 runs, including 5 fours and 2 sixes.

He was the last to go out in the last ball of the day. He was also well supported by Visram with 18 runs, Naren with 12 and Jeevan with 15.

Luckstars' fielding, especially their catching, was not up to the standard on the day as they dropped nearly five catches. The ground condition also did not support them as it rained continuously during their inning.

For Luckstars, Shantha bowled well to capture 4 wickets for 24 runs in 6 overs.

The next match will be between Mahe Kings and Youngstars at Stad Popiler  Sunday, starting at 9 a.m.

Meanwhile, practice for national team players will be held at 3.30 p.m. today at Freedom Square. Those who are unable to attend the practice session are requested to contact Daya on 717172.