| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ibrahim Zadran | 95 | 65 | 12 | 3 | 146.15 |
| Kamil Mishara | 44 | 19 | 6 | 2 | 231.58 |
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Neesham | 4 | 30 | 2 | 7.5 |
| Mujeeb Ur Rahman | 4 | 38 | 1 | 9.5 |
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadeera Samarawickrama | 44 | 36 | 4 | 2 | 122.22 |
| Kamindu Mendis | 28 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 215.38 |
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dilshan Madushanka | 4 | 30 | 3 | 7.5 |
| Lizaad Williams | 4 | 47 | 2 | 11.8 |
| Batter | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamil Mishara | c Milan Rathnayake b James Neesham | 44 | 19 | 6 | 2 | 231.58 |
| Avishka Fernando | c Milan Rathnayake b Mujeeb Ur Rahman | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 28.57 |
| Ibrahim Zadran | run out (James Neesham) | 95 | 65 | 12 | 3 | 146.15 |
| Dunith Wellalage | retd out | 17 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 89.47 |
| Bhanuka Rajapaksa | b James Neesham | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Towhid Hridoy | not out | 31 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 387.5 |
| Chamindu Wickramasinghe | not out | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | No Balls | Wide Balls | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janith Liyanage | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Shahnawaz Dahani | 4 | 0 | 71 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 17.8 |
| Mujeeb Ur Rahman | 4 | 0 | 38 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9.5 |
| Milan Priyanath Rathnayake | 2 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| Malsha Tharupathi | 2 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| James Neesham | 4 | 0 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7.5 |
| Wanuja Sahan | 3 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4.7 |
| Batter | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rubin Hermann | b Dilshan Madushanka | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Sadeera Samarawickrama | b Dunith Wellalage | 44 | 36 | 4 | 2 | 122.22 |
| Ashen Bandara | run out (Kamil Mishara) | 15 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 100 |
| Kamindu Mendis | c Mohamed Shiraz b Traveen Mathew | 28 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 215.38 |
| Ben McDermott | lbw b Lizaad Williams | 9 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 90 |
| Milan Priyanath Rathnayake | c Kamil Mishara b Dilshan Madushanka | 26 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 173.33 |
| Janith Liyanage | c Ibrahim Zadran b Lizaad Williams | 20 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 222.22 |
| James Neesham | c Traveen Mathew b Mohamed Shiraz | 19 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 135.71 |
| Wanuja Sahan | c Kamil Mishara b Dilshan Madushanka | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Malsha Tharupathi | not out | 9 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 225 |
| Mujeeb Ur Rahman | not out | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | No Balls | Wide Balls | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohamed Shiraz | 4 | 0 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7.2 |
| Dilshan Madushanka | 4 | 0 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7.5 |
| Shakib Al Hasan | 3 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Lizaad Williams | 4 | 0 | 47 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 11.8 |
| Traveen Mathew | 3 | 0 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7.7 |
| Dunith Wellalage | 2 | 0 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 10.5 |
Summary:
On July 28, 2026, at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Jaffna Kings emerged victorious against Colombo Kaps by 19 runs. Ibrahim Zadran's impressive innings of 95 runs and James Neesham's all-round performance were pivotal for Jaffna Kings' win. Dilshan Madushanka's three-wicket haul was crucial in defending the target set by Jaffna Kings.
Detailed Narrative:
Jaffna Kings set a formidable target of 202 runs for Colombo Kaps, thanks to an outstanding batting performance. The highlight of their innings was Ibrahim Zadran, who scored a magnificent 95 off 65 balls, hitting 12 fours and 3 sixes with a strike rate of 146.15. His innings laid a strong foundation for the team. Kamil Mishara also contributed significantly with a quickfire 44 off just 19 balls.
In response, Colombo Kaps struggled to keep up with the required run rate despite Sadeera Samarawickrama's valiant effort of 44 runs from 36 balls. Kamindu Mendis provided some fireworks with a rapid 28 off 13 balls, but it wasn't enough to chase down the target.
The bowling attack of Jaffna Kings was led by Dilshan Madushanka, who claimed three crucial wickets for just 30 runs in his four-over spell, proving instrumental in restricting Colombo Kaps to 183/9 in their allotted 20 overs. James Neesham also made a significant impact with the ball, taking two wickets and being involved in a run-out.
Milan Priyanath Rathnayake showcased his fielding prowess with two catches, including the important wicket of Avishka Fernando. His athleticism added pressure on the Colombo Kaps' batsmen.
In conclusion, Jaffna Kings' comprehensive performance with both bat and ball ensured their victory in this high-scoring encounter. Ibrahim Zadran's near-century and Dilshan Madushanka's disciplined bowling were standout performances that led their team to triumph.
