29/11/2025
*MEDIA REPORT*
The *Eastern Region Cricket Association* (ERCA) proudly concluded the *T20 Blaster Tournament* with a spectacular final showdown between *Shakarghar and Eastern Arabia.* The evening was filled with top-class batting, intense competition, and unforgettable performances from both sides.
🔷 *Shakarghar Innings – 201/4 (20 Overs)*
Winning the toss, Shakarghar elected to bat first and posted a strong total of 201 runs for the loss of 4 wickets.
Top Performers – Shakarghar:
Akash Mir Pravez – 59 runs off 37 balls (3 fours, 2 sixes)
Andaleeb Mohammed – 56 runs off 32 balls (4 fours, 3 sixes)
Ghulam Mustafa – 44 runs off 25 balls (6 fours, 2 sixes)
Shakargarh’s top order showed great composure and aggressive stroke-play, setting up a challenging total for the opposition.
🔶 *Eastern Arabia’s Run Chase – 202/3 in 19.5 Overs*
In response, Eastern Arabia delivered one of the most memorable chases of the tournament, reaching the target with just one ball to spare.
Top Performers – Eastern Arabia:
Abdul Rahman – A phenomenal 97 off 60 balls*, smashing 11 boundaries and 3 sixes.
Imran Sajid – 51 runs off 34 balls (3 fours, 3 sixes).
Mohammed Salman – 25 runs off 16 balls (2 fours, 1 six)
The partnership between Abdul Rahman and Imran Sajid turned the game around, keeping Eastern Arabia firmly in control throughout the chase.
🎯 Bowling Highlights – Eastern Arabia
• Anwer Ali – 2 wickets for 25 runs in 4 overs
• Mohammed Salman – 1 wicket for 45 runs in 4 overs.
🏅 Tournament Awards & Achievements
• Man of the Match (Final): Abdul Rahman
• Best Batsman of the Tournament: Abdul Rahman
• Best Bowler of the Tournament: Yakoob Mohammed (Kites CC) – 18 wickets
• Man of the Tournament: Abdul Rahman
*Abdul Rahman’s exceptional consistency throughout the tournament made him the standout performer* dominating both in the final and across all matches.
👏 Congratulations & Appreciation
A big congratulations to Eastern Arabia for clinching the T20 Blast title with a powerful team effort.
ERCA also extends heartfelt appreciation to all participating teams, captains, umpires, scorers, volunteers, and supporters who made this tournament a grand success.
The passion and spirit displayed throughout the competition have once again highlighted the growing talent and unity within our cricket community.
Stay tuned for the next ERCA event—bigger and better, Insha’Allah!
Together We Can 🤜 🤛
