Kerala Super Kings Outlast Thrissur Legends in 15-Run Clash at DCS You Selects Arena
The Tranquil Developers You Selects IPL 2025 (Exhibition) produced another gripping encounter at DCS You Selects Arena 3, Rahmaniyah, Sharjah, as Sloggers Kerala Super Kings defended 168 to beat Jallus Foodstuffs Thrissur Legends by 15 runs. Azeem Ashraf and Sakeer Yorcker Padanakad steadied the Super Kings’ innings before Mohammed Faraz Hussain’s decisive four-wicket spell sealed the contest.
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Batting first after winning the toss, the Super Kings started brightly. Harikrishna (20 off 11) injected early momentum with three towering sixes before falling in the third over. Faisal TK (15) chipped in, but it was Azeem Ashraf’s 37 off 30 and Sakeer Yorcker’s composed 38 off 34 that formed the backbone of the innings. Their partnership ensured the scoreboard kept ticking despite regular breakthroughs.
A late cameo came from Faisal Ahamed (16 off 6), who struck two fours and a six at a strike rate of 266. His fireworks, alongside Rajiv Menon’s unbeaten 25 off 19, lifted the Super Kings to 168/7 in 20 overs. For the Legends, Prasanth Asokan (2/12) and Sreenath K (2/18) bowled with discipline, keeping the chase within reach.
In reply, the Thrissur Legends faltered under pressure. Skipper Giri Nair (21 off 23) and Sreenath K (25 off 20) tried to stabilize after early wickets, but their dismissals opened the floodgates. The most fluent knock came from Shahir Mohammed (25 off 16), whose strike rate of 156 included two boundaries and a six. Wicketkeeper Jereesh Jalaludeen (15 off 6) provided late fireworks, but it was too little, too late.
The difference was Mohammed Faraz Hussain, whose spell of 4/17 in 4 overs dismantled the Legends. He removed Prasanth Asokan, Linesh, Ashraf Malik, and Shahir Mohammed, breaking the backbone of the chase. Skipper Akhil Mohanan (2/34) and Sakeer Yorcker (1/15) provided support as the Legends were bowled out for 153 in 19.3 overs, falling 15 runs short.
For Kerala Super Kings, the win showcased their balance – contributions from the top order, middle-order acceleration, and match-winning bowling. For Thrissur Legends, a spirited effort with both bat and ball was undone by the inability to stitch longer partnerships.
Star of the Match – Mohammed Faraz Hussain
Kerala Super Kings
Hussain delivered a match-winning all-round performance, finishing with 4/17 in 4 overs at an economy of 4.25, including the key wickets of Prasanth Asokan, Linesh, Ashraf Malik, and Shahir Mohammed. His precision with the ball dismantled the Legends’ chase and earned him the night’s biggest honor.
Master Blaster – Sakeer Yorcker Padanakkad
Kerala Super Kings
Sakeer Yorcker scored a steady 38 runs from 34 balls with three boundaries and a six, holding the innings together during a tricky middle phase. His controlled knock at a strike rate of 111.76 gave Kerala Super Kings the platform to post a competitive total.
Power Arm – Sreenath K
Thrissur Legends
Sreenath bowled a brilliant spell of 4-0-18-2, applying pressure in the middle overs. His economy of just 4.50 was unmatched on the night, and he removed key batters Faisal TK and Azeem Ashraf to keep the Super Kings in check.
Safe Hands – Mohammed Faraz Hussain
Kerala Super Kings
Mohammed Faraz Hussain complemented his match-winning bowling spell with sharp fielding. He took a crucial catch to dismiss Jereesh Jalaludeen (15 off 6) off Sakeer Yorcker Padanakkad’s bowling. The wicket came just as Jalaludeen threatened a late charge, and Faraz’s safe hands ensured Kerala Super Kings stayed firmly in control.
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September 7, 2025
Kerala Super Kings Outlast Thrissur Legends in 15-Run Clash at DCS You Selects Arena
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