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Local cricket action at West End Park continues
Local cricket action at West End Park continues
Players of the five teams that are participating in the West End Park Eid Tournament — Al-Hanzab, United Challengers, Stallions/Sarandeep, Choudhary A and Choudhary B.
By Sports Reporter/Doha
West End Park Stadium again played host to some exciting cricket contests as the West End Park Eid Cricket Tournament got underway on Wednesday evening.
The two-day tournament will see five teams of eight members each play seven-overs-a-side match in a round-robin format, and two teams with the highest points tally will qualify for the final.
In the first match, Choudhary A beat a combined team of Stallions/Sarandeep by three wickets. Stallions/Sarandeep posted a score of 68 runs in the stipulated 7 overs, with Asran (26) and Marso (29) doing the bulk of scoring. Choudhary A overhauled the target with an over to spare. Taimoor (24) and Iqbal (17) helped their side to victory.
Next up, Al-Hanzab posted an impressive 33-run victory over United Challengers. Batting first, Al-Hanzab scored 87 runs in 7 overs, with Khurram (45) and Sanka (29) leading the scoresheets. Challengers’ Shakir scalped two wickets. In reply, Challengers fell short by 33 runs and only managed 54 runs in 7 overs. Santhil (30) and Sandeep (19) did their best to boost their side’s chase but ultimately fell short. Hanzab’s Khurram and Amjad took one wicket apiece.
In the third match, Stallions/Sarandeep yet again lost by three wickets to Choudhary B. A massive improvement from their previous effort, Stallions/Sarandeep hit a respectable 93 for 4 in the 7 overs, with Marso (27) and Asran (21) in good form. Their effort was undone by Faisel, who blasted 54 runs in 17 balls, and Choudhary B overhauled the target with five balls to spare. Faisel was supported by Khalid (31). Ashan (2) and Samudo (1) were the wicket takers for Stallions/Sarandeep.
Al-Hanzab ensured they stay unbeaten on the opening day of the tournament with a 16-run victory over Choudhary A. Hanzab chose to bat first and hit 87 for 5 in 7 overs, with Khurram (44) leading the scoresheets. In reply, Choudhary A could only score 62 for 6 in 7 overs, with Imour scoring 26 and Fahim putting up 18.
The organisers of the tournament include West End Park chairman Mana Ibrahim al-Mana, West End Park head of Sport Michael Scallon, tournament director Gul Khan Jadoon and other officials.
“Congratulations to all the teams for providing a great evening of cricket,” al-Mana said.
“Eid provides a good window for domestic cricket during the holidays. I am delighted the Eid Tournament has been well received. The short (7-over) format has offered much excitement to players and spectators alike. Competition will become even fiercer in the later games.”
The organisers appreciate the support of Century 21, U Save Cars, Solo Events, Green Facilities and Gulf Bridge Services.