RED PREMIER LEAGUE SEASON 2: Sultan Warriors beat Spectrum Kings by 78 runs

Srinagar, Sep 18: Sultan Warriors Baramulla cruised to a 78-run victory over Spectrum Kings Cricket Club in the Red Premier League Season 2 at Bakshi Stadium on Thursday, powered by Waseem Kachur’s explosive batting and a disciplined bowling display.

As per a statement issued, Sultan Warriors Baramulla, after electing to bat first, posted a formidable total of 186/5 in their 20 overs with a run rate of 9.30. Their batting was led by standout contributions from Bhanu Pania (57* off 25 balls) and Waseem Kachur (48 off 31 balls), supported by Danish Muzaffar (39) and captain Nadeem Dar.

Spectrum Kings Cricket Club struggled in reply, bowled out for 108 in 18.5 overs. Despite a fighting knock of 46 by Muhammad Munazir, the Sultan Warriors' bowlers dominated, with Nadeem Dar claiming 3 wickets and Shubham Sharma, Waseem Bashir, and Tahzeem each contributing with vital breakthroughs.

Waseem Kachur was named Player of the Match for his explosive batting, scoring 48 runs at a strike rate of 154.84, including 4 boundaries and 2 sixes. He was also key behind the stumps, effecting a stumping and run-out.

The Sultan Warriors’ disciplined bowling and sharp fielding kept up pressure throughout, while their aggressive batting display leveraged early momentum and capitalised in the death overs, as reflected in the Manhattan analysis. Their all-round team effort underscores their determination and sets a strong benchmark for the tournament.

The Red Premier League Season 2 is committed to fostering cricketing talent and sportsmanship in Jammu and Kashmir, bringing together leading clubs for competitive limited-overs cricket matches at prominent venues.

Sultan Warriors Baramulla advances with confidence, demonstrating outstanding synergy, sportsmanship, and skill in pursuit of the Red Premier League championship.