Speen Ghar Tigers cruised to a comprehensive 5-wicket victory over Amo Sharks in the 9th match of the Shpageeza Cricket League 2024 at Kabul International Cricket Stadium. The Tigers chased down the target of 106 in just 10.4 overs, with 56 balls to spare, following an all-round team effort led by Hassan Eisakhil and Bilal Sami.
Match Report:
Amo Sharks struggled after electing to bat first, collapsing to 105 all out in 18.3 overs. The Sharks’ innings was marked by regular wickets, with Mohammad Ishaq being the standout performer, scoring 36 off 25 balls. The rest of the batting lineup failed to build partnerships, as Speen Ghar Tigers’ bowlers dominated the proceedings. Bilal Sami was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets for just 8 runs in 3.3 overs, while Faridoon Dawoodzai and Zahir Khan chipped in with two wickets each.
In response, Speen Ghar Tigers got off to a flying start, with Rahmanullah Gurbaz (20 off 11 balls) and Hassan Eisakhil (36 off 18 balls) laying a solid foundation. Despite a few quick wickets in the middle overs, the Tigers comfortably chased down the target, reaching 106/5 in just 10.4 overs. Sharafuddin Ashraf was the most successful bowler for Amo Sharks, taking 2/24, but his efforts were not enough to prevent the Tigers from securing a convincing win.
Key Moments:
- Bilal Sami’s exceptional spell of 3/8 was instrumental in restricting Amo Sharks to a modest total.
- Hassan Eisakhil’s quickfire 36 off 18 balls set the tone for the successful chase by Speen Ghar Tigers.
- Speen Ghar Tigers chased down the target with ease, finishing the match with 56 balls remaining.
Brief Scores:
Amo Sharks: 105 all out in 18.3 overs (Mohammad Ishaq 36, Haroon Khan 18; Bilal Sami 3/8, Faridoon Dawoodzai 2/15, Zahir Khan 2/24).
Speen Ghar Tigers: 106/5 in 10.4 overs (Hassan Eisakhil 36, Rahmanullah Gurbaz 20; Sharafuddin Ashraf 2/24).
Speen Ghar Tigers’ dominant performance earned them two valuable points in the Shpageeza Cricket League. The comprehensive 5-wicket victory showcased their all-round strength, both with the ball and the bat. Amo Sharks, on the other hand, will need to address their batting issues and regroup for their upcoming matches.
