15/04/2025
Elite 18 seal dominant 9-wicket win over defending champions Royals 17
NKRCT 2025 – Quarter Final | Match 09 | Elite 18 vs Royals - 17
In one of the most anticipated encounters of the tournament, Elite 18 delivered a complete team performance, eliminating NKRCT 2024 champions and securing a spot in the semi-finals.
Batting first, Royals 17 struggled from the outset. Naeem Ahmed struck twice in the opening over, while নাহিয়ান খান নিরব dismissed the former tournament MVP Rabbi Bhai—thanks to a sharp catch by Elite18 captain Badhon at long-on. The middle overs saw Md Al-Amin maintain tight control, before Redwan Ahmed wrapped things up with a sensational spell: 3 wickets in just 5 balls. Royals 17 were allout for just 63 in 7.5 overs.
Chasing 64 in 8 overs, Elite 18 batted with intent and composure. Our captain Khan Badhon continued his fine form with an unbeaten 29*, supported by Romi Hossen’s quickfire 19*. The target was chased down in just 4.2 overs—completing a thoroughly one-sided affair.
Score Summary:
Royals 17 – 63 all out (7.5 overs)
Elite 18 – 65/1 (4.2 overs)
Result: Elite 18 won by 9 wickets
A clinical performance from Elite 18 now marching confidently into the semi-finals.