Srinagar, Sep 21: Athwas India XI clinched a nail-biting one-run victory over Sopore Stallions in a Red Premier League Season 2 clash at Bakhshi Stadium on Sunday, with Dikshant Kundal’s unbeaten 87 guiding his side to a formidable total before the bowlers held their nerve in the final over.
As per a statement, after winning the toss and opting to bat, Athwas India XI put up a formidable 174/3 in their allotted 20 overs.
The driving force behind this total was a spectacular unbeaten knock of 87 from Dikshant Kundal, whose performance, including seven boundaries and six towering sixes, earned him the Player of the Match accolade and MVP honours for the game.
Sopore Stallions, with a strong lineup led by Parvez Rasool and supported by key players like Ankit Narwal and Azeem Kazi, responded with both determination and flair. Their chase came agonisingly close, ending at 173/6 after 20 overs, as Athwas India XI’s bowlers held their nerve in the dying moments, showcasing discipline and skill under pressure.
Both teams exhibited outstanding teamwork, with Athwas India XI’s squad featuring consistent performers such as Irfan, Aleem Malik, Lone Nasir, and Mudasir Abdullah, while Sopore Stallions’ resilience shone through contributions from Asif Ramzan, Gulzar Gully, and Mujtaba Yousuf. The match, watched by thousands live and many more online, highlighted the growing stature of the Red Premier League and the immense cricketing passion in Jammu and Kashmir.
