বাংলায় পড়ুন: মেয়েদের বেঙ্গল টি-২০ লিগে চ্যাম্পিয়ন অ্যাডামাস হাওড়া ওয়ারিয়র্স

Winning the toss, Murshidabad Queens opted to bat first but struggled against a disciplined bowling attack from Howrah Warriors. Regular wickets at crucial intervals prevented them from building momentum, and the batting line-up failed to post a challenging total.

Kashish Agarwal was the top scorer for Murshidabad with 21 runs, while Susmita Pal contributed a valuable 19. However, none of the other batters managed to make a significant impact as the team finished on 95/9 in 20 overs.

Howrah’s bowlers maintained pressure throughout the innings. Chandrima Ghoshal and Disha Chandak claimed two wickets each, while Remondina Khatun, Shreyasi Aich, and Shrilekha Roy chipped in with a wicket apiece. Their collective effort ensured Murshidabad were restricted to a below-par total.

Chasing a modest target of 96, Howrah Warriors suffered a few early setbacks as Murshidabad’s bowlers fought hard to keep their team in the contest. However, the experienced middle order held its nerve and guided the side towards victory.

Priyanka Prasad played a crucial innings of 29 runs, laying the foundation for the chase. She received excellent support from Sujata Dey, who scored 27 runs. Their partnership steadied the innings and gradually shifted the momentum in Howrah’s favour.

For Murshidabad Queens, Pratibha Rana and captain Tanushree Sarkar picked up a wicket each, but defending a small total proved too difficult.

Howrah Warriors eventually reached the target in 18.5 overs, sealing a memorable four-wicket victory and securing the championship title.

Shrilekha Roy was named the Player of the Match for her impressive all-round contribution in the final. Speaking after the victory, she expressed her delight at being part of the team’s success and credited the achievement to a collective effort from the entire squad.

“This victory belongs to the whole team. Every player, along with the coaching staff, played an important role in our success. We worked hard throughout the tournament, and it feels special to finish as champions,” she said.

With this triumph, Adamas Howrah Warriors established themselves as the best team in the women’s competition of the Bengal T20 League 2026. Their consistency, teamwork and all-round performances throughout the tournament were rewarded with the championship trophy, marking a memorable chapter in the club’s history.

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After winning the toss, Rarh skipper Shahbaz Ahmed elected to field first, a decision that paid immediate dividends. The Tigers’ disciplined bowling attack kept the Purulia batters under constant pressure, striking at regular intervals and never allowing them to build momentum.

Purulia’s innings revolved around a fighting knock from Lokesh, who scored 48 runs off 28 deliveries and provided the only significant resistance. Apart from him, none of the batters managed to convert their starts into meaningful contributions as wickets continued to tumble.

The star with the ball was Rohit Kumar, whose fiery spell dismantled the opposition batting line-up. He picked up four crucial wickets, while Shahbaz Ahmed and Sukhmeet Singh chipped in with two wickets each. As a result, Novas Royals Purulia were bundled out for just 107 runs in 18.2 overs.

Chasing a modest target of 108, Rarh Tigers approached the task with confidence and composure. The batters avoided unnecessary risks and steadily took control of the contest.

Sumanta Gupta played the anchor’s role brilliantly, remaining unbeaten on 47 from just 31 balls. His well-paced innings featured several elegant strokes and ensured there were no late hiccups in the chase. Captain Shahbaz Ahmed also contributed with a valuable 31 off 20 deliveries, putting the result beyond doubt.

Although Purulia’s bowlers managed to claim three wickets, they never looked capable of defending the total. Pritam Chakraborty, Lokesh and Rohit picked up a wicket each, but the target proved far too small.

Rarh Tigers eventually reached the target in just 12.1 overs, losing only three wickets and sealing victory with 47 balls to spare. The emphatic win highlighted the team’s balance and depth across all departments, making them strong contenders for the championship.

Rohit Kumar Named Player of the Match

After receiving the Player of the Match award, Rohit Kumar credited the entire team for the victory.

“I am extremely happy to receive this award, but this is not just my achievement. It is the result of a collective team effort. Before the match, our plan was to build pressure from the start and force the batters into making mistakes. Fortunately, the strategy worked perfectly.”

“The wicket offered some assistance, so I focused on bowling in the right areas and was lucky enough to pick up important wickets. Our fielders were outstanding as well. They grabbed some difficult chances, which helped us stay on top throughout the game.”

“The batters then finished the job brilliantly. Sumanta Gupta and Shahbaz bhai made the chase look easy with their excellent innings. Now our focus shifts to the final. We want to carry the same confidence and intensity into that match. Hopefully, we can make our supporters proud and finish the season by lifting the trophy.”

With momentum firmly on their side, Shrachi Rarh Tigers will now turn their attention to the final, where they will be aiming to cap off an impressive campaign with the Bengal T20 League title.

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After winning the toss, Shrachi Rarh Tigers opted to field first, hoping to take advantage of the conditions. However, Siliguri Strikers came out with an aggressive approach right from the beginning and piled up a massive total of 208 for 4 in their allotted 20 overs.

The star of the innings was Vishal Bhati, who produced a sensational knock at number three. The explosive batter smashed 86 runs off just 46 deliveries, hitting five boundaries and six towering sixes. His fearless strokeplay completely shifted the momentum in favour of Siliguri and left the Rarh bowlers struggling for answers.

Karan Lal also played an important supporting role with a valuable 39-run contribution, while Pramod Chandila provided the finishing touch with an unbeaten 36 off only 16 balls. Mohammed Shami chipped in with a quick cameo as well, remaining unbeaten on 8 from just two deliveries, including a six.

For Shrachi Rarh Tigers, captain Shahbaz Ahmed, Raju Haldar, Sukhmeet Singh and Rahul Prasad picked up one wicket each.

Chasing a daunting target of 209, Rarh Tigers showed glimpses of a fightback but failed to build substantial partnerships. Shubham Dey Senior top-scored with 48 runs, while Rahul Prasad added a fighting 44. However, regular wickets kept derailing their chase.

The biggest turning point of the match came during the 16th over when Mohammed Shami produced a breathtaking spell of fast bowling. The experienced pacer dismissed Shahbaz Ahmed, Rohit Kumar and Dipanjan Mukhopadhyay on three consecutive deliveries to complete a memorable hat-trick — the first in Bengal T20 League history.

Earlier in the innings, Shami had already removed opener Sumanta Gupta, finishing with outstanding figures of 4 wickets for 27 runs in his four-over spell. His fiery bowling completely dismantled the middle order and sealed the contest in Siliguri’s favour.

Apart from Shami, Karan Lal also impressed with the ball by claiming three wickets, while Ishan Porel and Vishal Bhati chipped in with one wicket each.

Eventually, Shrachi Rarh Tigers were restricted to 184 for 9, falling short by 24 runs. With dominant performances in both batting and bowling, Servotech Siliguri Strikers made a powerful statement in their opening game of the season.

The victory not only highlighted the team’s all-round strength but also marked a memorable night for Mohammed Shami, whose historic hat-trick became the biggest talking point of the tournament.

বাংলায় পড়ুন: মুর্শিদাবাদকে উড়িয়ে বেঙ্গল টি-২০ লিগে দুরন্ত জয় মালদার

After winning the toss, Malda captain Mukesh Kumar opted to field first, a decision that proved effective despite a fighting total from Murshidabad Kings. Batting first, Murshidabad posted 134 for 7 in their allotted 15 overs. Deepanshu top-scored with a valuable 47-run knock, while opener Rishav Chowdhury contributed an important 29 at the top of the order. However, regular wickets at crucial intervals prevented them from building a bigger total.

Malda’s bowling attack kept the pressure on throughout the innings. Suraj Sindhu Jaiswal emerged as the standout performer with the ball, picking up three important wickets. Captain Mukesh Kumar, Bikash Singh Senior and Prayash Ray Barman chipped in with one wicket each to restrict Murshidabad to a manageable score.

Chasing 135, Sobisco Smashers Malda came out with a fearless approach right from the beginning. The opening pair of Ritam Porel and Abhimanyu Easwaran dominated the Murshidabad bowlers with aggressive strokeplay and excellent running between the wickets.

Ritam Porel played the match-winning innings, smashing a brilliant 50 off just 29 deliveries. His attacking knock completely shifted the momentum in Malda’s favour and laid the perfect platform for the chase. After receiving the Player of the Match award, Ritam said, “The wicket was very good for batting. We knew that if we started well, the match would come under our control. I just wanted to play my natural game. It feels great to contribute to the team’s victory. Batting alongside Abhimanyu da gave me even more confidence. My goal is to continue performing consistently in the upcoming matches.”

At the other end, Abhimanyu Easwaran anchored the innings superbly with an unbeaten 48 off 31 balls. His calm and composed approach ensured that Malda never lost control of the chase. The partnership between the two batters completely took the game away from Murshidabad Kings.

For Murshidabad, Aditya Sharma claimed two wickets while Saksham Chowdhury picked up one, but their efforts were not enough to stop Malda’s dominant batting display.

Eventually, Sobisco Smashers Malda reached the target in just 13.4 overs, losing only three wickets in the process. With both bat and ball firing perfectly, Malda stamped their authority on the match and once again proved why they are considered one of the favourites in this season’s Bengal Pro T20 League.

The comprehensive seven-wicket victory will undoubtedly boost the team’s confidence as they continue their campaign with growing momentum.