Warriors Malappuram Sultans Outgun Deccan Strikers in High-Scoring Clash
- September 22, 2025
The DCS You Selects Arena 3 witnessed a pulsating contest as the Warriors Malappuram Sultans pulled off a dramatic three-wicket victory over Team R One Deccan Strikers, chasing down 202 with a ball to spare. Both sides delivered exhilarating cricket, packed with big hitting, quick wickets, and pressure moments that kept the crowd hooked until the very end.
The Deccan Strikers batted first and began cautiously after losing skipper Rao early. Rizwan steadied the innings with a fluent 48 off 31 balls, working the gaps smartly. He found able company in Sk, who blasted 46 from 26 deliveries, ensuring the powerplay returned healthy dividends. Their partnership gave Deccan a strong base and forced the Warriors’ bowlers into defensive fields. Once Rizwan departed, the baton was carried by Mohamad Mehsoob, whose 41 from 23 balls kept the scoreboard ticking.
The final flourish came through Noorul Aslam, who produced a breathtaking 36 from only 12 balls at the death, hammering three sixes and two fours to push Deccan to 201/7. Despite their dominance, Ryan Rasheed was the standout bowler for Malappuram, claiming 4-29 to break partnerships just when the Strikers looked ready to accelerate further. Supported by Azeem Russel’s double strike, Rasheed’s spell ensured Deccan did not sail beyond reach, leaving them marginally short of what seemed a winning total.
The Sultans’ reply began nervously as captain Rachin Style and Rameez Abdul Kareem fell early, leaving them wobbling at 15/2. The pressure was palpable, but Ryan Rasheed turned the tide with a counterattacking 30 off 20, laced with three crisp boundaries. His intent set the tone, allowing the middle order to bat with freedom. That platform was seized brilliantly by Billyas, who stole the show with a fiery 49 off 25 deliveries, smashing eight fours and two sixes that electrified the crowd.
From there, Noushad Noushu (37 off 21) and Dale (36 off 26) played their part, stitching together valuable runs in the middle overs. Despite losing wickets in clusters, the lower order held firm. Azeem Russel’s cameo of 17 from just seven balls applied the finishing touches as the Sultans completed the chase in the final over. Noorul Aslam’s 2-17 gave the Strikers a glimmer of hope, but the depth and balance in Malappuram’s batting sealed the deal.
Star of the Match – Ryan Rasheed
Warriors Malappuram Sultans
A brilliant all-round effort, headlined by his 4-29 with the ball and a vital 30 off 20 with the bat.
Master Blaster – Billyas
Warriors Malappuram Sultans
Set the tone for the chase with 49 off 25 balls, smashing eight fours and two sixes in a game-changing knock.
Power Arm – Noorul Aslam
Team R One Deccan Strikers
Produced a tight spell under pressure, returning 2-17 in 2.5 overs, removing Ryan Rasheed and Dillip Kumar to keep the chase tense.
Safe Hands – Jineesh Shaji
Team R One Deccan Strikers
Took a sharp catch to dismiss Ryan Rasheed off Noorul Aslam’s bowling, breaking Malappuram’s momentum at a critical stage of the chase.
“We put up a good total but missed chances in the field cost us; plenty to learn going forward.”
Rao
Captain – Deccan Strikers
“Credit to our middle order for standing tall under pressure — this win shows the depth and fight within our team.”
Rachin Style
Captain – Malappuram Sultans
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