Muscat: In the first Qualifier match between Salalah Kings and Orient Travels, Salalah Kings won the toss and elected to bowl first. They put up a stellar bowling performance, restricting Orient Travels to 124 for 4 in 8 overs. Asif Khan’s brilliant batting display of 46 not out, including 3 boundaries and 3 sixes, anchored Orient Travels’ innings. Siddiqe from Salalah Kings shined with the ball, taking 2 crucial wickets for 35 runs.

Chasing a target of 124 runs, Salalah Kings launched a fierce attack, reaching the target in just 17 balls with 59 runs on the board, highlighted by 8 sixes and 1 boundary. The star of the match, whose explosive batting sealed the victory, was awarded the well-deserved Man of the Match title.

Moving on to the second Qualifier match, Asfandyar XI opted to bat first and posted a competitive total of 99 runs for losing 3 wickets. Umer Umri’s contribution of 31 runs bolstered their innings. However, Hala Cosmos showcased a dominant batting performance while chasing, easily achieving the target and clinching victory by 10 wickets against Asfandyar XI. Sidhu’s remarkable knock of 79 runs in just 20 balls, featuring 10 sixes and 3 boundaries, earned him the Man of the Match accolade.

As the tournament progresses, cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the Semifinals scheduled for tomorrow, with the Finals set to captivate fans on Thursday.