10/05/2026
A Day of Cricket Magic at Mattan: ASC Sarnal’s Commanding Win
May 10, 2026 | Sports Stadium Mattan
The lush green ground of Sports Stadium Mattan witnessed a fantastic day of cricket today as ASC Sarnal locked horns with Gousia Cricket Club. With clear skies and a buzzing crowd, the stage was set for a memorable contest.
ASC Sarnal won the toss and chose to bat first. They backed their decision with a solid batting display, posting a competitive total of 173 runs in 20 overs. The highlight of the innings was Zeeshan “Chikan” who lit up the ground with a blistering fifty off just 23 balls. His knock included 4 towering sixes and 5 crisp boundaries that brought the crowd to its feet.
Defending 173, ASC Sarnal’s bowlers came out firing. Aquib Mushtaq turned the game on its head with a sensational hat-trick that pushed Gousia Cricket Club onto the back foot early. The pressure only mounted when Irfan Bhat, known for his sharp cricketing brain, pulled off an impossible catch that broke the opponents’ momentum completely.
Then came Irshad Hussain with a spell to remember. He ripped through the batting lineup, claiming a 5 wicket haul in just 3.3 overs while conceding only 20 runs. Gousia Cricket Club never recovered and were bundled out for just 76 runs.
ASC Sarnal sealed a huge victory by 96 runs. For his all-round brilliance, Aquib Mushtaq was adjudged Man of the Match. He scored a quick 29 runs off 17 balls and then delivered with the ball, finishing with figures of 2 overs, 14 runs, and 3 wickets including a hat-trick.
As the sun dipped behind the trees of Mattan, ASC Sarnal walked off the ground to cheers and applause. It was more than a win. It was a statement of skill, teamwork, and passion for the game.
Here are the moments when ASC Sarnal left the field after a contest they dominated from start to finish.
