Madurai Panthers opened their campaign with a thrilling two-wicket victory over Trichy Grand Cholas at Dindigul. After restricting Trichy to 173/7, the Panthers recovered from several setbacks to complete the chase in 19.4 overs.
With the match in the balance, Saravanan P struck an unbeaten 26 from 13 balls and Gurjapneet Singh added an unbeaten 21 from nine. Their composed and aggressive partnership carried Madurai to 174/8, with Gurjapneet earning Player of the Match.