Shamsu Shines, Raiders Rattled – Kannur Squad’s Commanding Win Lights Up the Arena
- October 5, 2025
At DCS You Selects Arena, Sharjah, You Selects Kannur Squad delivered a cricketing masterclass in the You Selects Indian Premier League 2025 (Open), overpowering Globelink West Star Rajasthan Raiders by a thumping 106 runs. Spectators were treated to fireworks with bat and ball as Kannur stamped their dominance early in the season.
You Selects Kannur Squad came out with attacking intent right from the first ball. Skipper Vinu Vijayan (C) opted to bat first after winning the toss, a decision that proved to be a masterstroke. The stage was set for an explosive performance, and opener Junaid Shamsu rose to the occasion in style. His blistering 76 off just 42 balls, decorated with 5 boundaries and 7 towering sixes, was nothing short of a batting exhibition. He set the tone for the innings, finding gaps effortlessly and punishing anything remotely off-target. Partner Saad Khan provided brilliant support, smashing 43 from 24 balls, turning the middle overs into a nightmare for the bowlers. Their 91-run partnership took the game away from Rajasthan Raiders before they could find their rhythm. Contributions from Syam Remesh and Shahnawaz Khan helped Kannur reach a monumental 222/7 in 20 overs — a total that screamed authority.
Despite some early hiccups with wickets of Farzuk Yusuf and Vishnu S falling cheaply, Kannur’s depth in batting shone through. Rizwan KS tried to restore control for the Raiders with disciplined lines, claiming two wickets, while captain Laxman Sreekumar and Athul Raveendran also chipped in. However, Kannur’s intent never dipped — every batter who walked in carried the momentum forward. The final flourish came from Syam Remesh, who smashed 15 runs off just 7 deliveries, ensuring the innings ended on a high.
When it was Rajasthan’s turn to bat, the chase quickly turned into a collapse. Kannur’s bowlers hunted in packs, keeping the pressure relentless. Hasil Ibrahim was the star with the ball, returning outstanding figures of 3 for 25, dismantling the top order with pace and precision. His ability to swing the new ball both ways left batters groping in confusion. Shahnawaz Khan matched his teammate’s intensity, bagging 3 crucial wickets for 27 runs, ensuring no comeback was possible. Rajasthan’s batting lineup never found stability — wickets fell like dominos at regular intervals.
The only resistance came from Ashok Sudarsanan, who fought valiantly with a 52-run knock filled with clean hits and sound technique. But with little support from the other end, his effort stood as a lone bright spot in an otherwise gloomy scorecard. Syam Remesh was electric in the field, taking three sharp catches that kept the pressure boiling. Rajasthan eventually limped to 116/9, falling well short by 106 runs, as Kannur celebrated a statement victory under the Sharjah lights.
Star of the Match – Junaid Shamsu
You Selects Kannur Squad
An explosive 76 off 42 balls that laid the foundation for a massive win — pure batting brilliance under pressure.
Master Blaster – Ashok Sudarsanan
Globelink West Star Rajasthan Raiders
A classy 52 not out amidst the ruins; his strokes were the lone spark in a collapsing innings.
Power Arm – Hasil Ibrahim
You Selects Kannur Squad
Three wickets for just 25 runs, dismantling Rajasthan’s top order with seam and swing — a spell to remember.
Safe Hands – Syam Remesh
You Selects Kannur Squad
Pulled off three sensational catches that broke key partnerships and shut down any hopes of a Rajasthan revival.
“We played fearless cricket today. Everyone executed their roles perfectly — a complete team performance.”
Vinu Vijayan
Captain – You Selects Kannur Squad
“We fell short with the bat, but it’s early days. We’ll bounce back stronger next match.”
Hari Prasanth
Captain – Rajasthan Raiders
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