10/04/2026
Taprobane CC A kick off QCA Cup 2026 with a thrilling win! 🔥🏏
Taprobane CC A started their 2026 campaign with a victory against Qalandars CC.
After winning the toss, Taprobane A elected to field first. Malshan Rodrigo struck early to put pressure on the opposition, but a solid 83-run partnership between Abdurahman Rehmatshah (46 off 43) and Syed Saad (41 off 33) steadied Qalandars.
However, Taprobane’s bowlers pulled things back brilliantly with disciplined lines and tight spells. Malshan led the attack with 3 wickets, while Ryan Arendtsz delivered an economical spell conceding just 16 runs. Nova Britto and Dilshan Thabrew chipped in with a wicket each, restricting Qalandars to 159/7 in 20 overs.
In reply, Taprobane had an early setback, losing Marlon for a duck. Ryan looked in good touch but fell to a sharp catch at mid-on.
The innings was then steadied by Harshana Jayantha (20) and Thilina Prasanna, before Harshana departed. Thilina played a brilliant match-winning knock, scoring 60 off 36 balls, well supported by captain Gayan Perera (24). Their crucial 63-run partnership guided the team home.
Qalandars fought hard with the ball, with Asghar Khan picking up 3 wickets and Ali Magsi claiming 2 wickets.
Taprobane CC A sealed the victory with 3 wickets in hand! 💪
🏅 Man of the Match: Thilina Prasanna (60 off 36)