Cricket Highlights, March 10: Asian Legends League 2025 (1st Match) – AFGP vs ANS

AFGP vs ANS (1st Match) – Highlights

In this article, we will discuss the thrilling 1st match between AFGP and Asian Stars, where ANS secured a dramatic victory by 6 wickets. Chasing a challenging target of 217 set by Afghanistan Pathans, Asian Stars displayed remarkable batting prowess, reaching 221/4 in 19.5 overs. The match was a high-scoring spectacle filled with powerful hitting, crucial partnerships, and a nail-biting finish. 

AFGP, after being put to bat first, started their innings with a cautious approach. Mausib Khan fell early, scoring just 12 runs off 10 deliveries before being dismissed by Pawan Suyal. Asad Pathan followed soon after, contributing only 5 runs off 8 balls, falling victim to Ishwar Pandey’s disciplined bowling. 

Despite the early setbacks, skipper Asghar Afghan anchored the innings with a magnificent knock. His 65 off 37 balls, laced with four boundaries and six towering sixes, revived the Afghanistan Pathans’ innings. He combined forces with S Khan, who played an exceptional innings of 104 runs from just 63 deliveries, striking eight fours and seven sixes at a remarkable strike rate of 165.08.

The pair’s partnership propelled Afghanistan Pathans to a commanding total of 216/3 at the end of their 20 overs. Ayaan Khan provided useful support with a steady 5 off 6 balls. Extras also played a significant role, with 25 runs being added through wides, no-balls, and byes. Among the bowlers for Asian Stars, Pawan Suyal stood out with figures of 2/20 in his four overs, while Ishwar Pandey chipped in with a wicket despite conceding 54 runs.

ANS chase began on a shaky note as they lost Rishi Dhawan early for just 3 runs, bowled by Mahaboob Alam in the opening over. Kashyap Prajapati tried to stabilize the innings with a brisk 17 off 9 balls before falling to Sahejadkhan Pathan. Dilshan Munaweera’s struggles continued as he was dismissed for a duck by Ayaan Khan, leaving Asian Stars reeling at 32/3 in 3.3 overs.

With the team under pressure, captain Mehran Khan rose to the occasion with a breathtaking innings. He played an extraordinary knock of 109 off just 52 balls, smashing nine fours and eight sixes with an aggressive strike rate of 209.62. His fearless approach turned the tide in favor of Asian Stars. Ankit Narwal also played a vital role with a composed 39 off 30 balls before being dismissed by Ashraf Pathan.

Raghav Dhawan provided the finishing touch with an unbeaten 34 off 20 balls, accelerating in the final overs to guide his team to a thrilling victory. The winning moment came with just one ball to spare, as Asian Stars reached 221/4 in 19.5 overs.

Afghanistan Pathans’ bowlers struggled to contain the aggressive batting. Sahejadkhan Pathan was the most successful bowler with 2/42 in 3.5 overs, while Ashraf Pathan and Mahaboob Alam claimed a wicket each but proved expensive.

Afghanistan Pathans vs Asian Stars Scoreboard

Afghanistan Pathans – 216/3 (20)

Asian Stars – 221/4 (19.5/20)

Result – Asian Stars won by 6 wkts

Player of the Match – Mehran Khan

AFGP vs ANS Stars Playing XIs

Afghanistan Pathans

Asghar Afghan (c) (wk), Asad Pathan, Mausib Khan, S Khan, Ayaan Khan, Ashraf Pathan, Khalid Khatib, Gurpreet, Mahaboob Alam, Farman Ahmed, Sahejadkhan Pathan

Asian Stars

Mehran Khan (c), Rishi Dhawan, Ankit Narwal, Kashyap Prajapati, Dilshan Munaweera, Raghav Dhawan, Swapnil Patil (wk), Pawan Suyal, Ishwar Pandey, Tinu Kundu, Sarul Kanwar

Disclaimer: These match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.

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