Royal Strikers batted first & Habib Shoaib, one of their openers, got them off to a decent start by scoring 34 runs off 26 deliveries. His innings included some delightful strokes that entertained the crowd. Saad Asif played a steady innings, scoring 26 runs off 39 balls, while Areeb Dandia contributed 24 runs off 23 deliveries with some aggressive shot-making. However, the rest of the Royal Strikers’ batting lineup experienced a significant collapse, failing to capitalize on the good start provided by the openers. Hamza Shahnawaz, the standout bowler for Suriya Fighters, caused havoc by taking three crucial wickets. His accurate bowling and ability to break partnerships made him a formidable presence on the field. Ammar Pasta also made an impact, claiming two wickets and restricting the flow of runs. Royal Strikers managed to post a total of 128/7
Chasing a target of 129, Suriya Fighters’ opener Bilal Aslam played a stunning innings, single-handedly guiding his team to victory. Bilal showcased his exceptional batting skills by remaining unbeaten on 91 runs off just 48 deliveries. His knock was filled with elegant stroke-play, powerful hits to the boundary, and intelligent shot selection. The spectators were treated to a masterclass in batting as Bilal controlled the game and led his team to a comfortable win. Fahad Yahya played a supporting role, contributing 20 runs off 24 balls, providing valuable support to Bilal during their partnership. However, it was Bilal’s remarkable innings that stole the show and secured victory for Suriya Fighters.
Suriya Fighters won by 8 wickets.