Cricket Highlights, March 13: Asian Legends League 2025 (7th Match) – ANS vs SLSS

ANS vs SLSS (7th Match) – Highlights

The Asian Legends League 2025 saw yet another nail-biting finish as ANS secured a thrilling 6-run victory over SLSS in the 7th match or ANS vs SLSS at the Miraj International Cricket Stadium, Udaipur. In a fast-paced 10-over encounter, both teams battled fiercely, with Asian Stars managing to defend a modest total of 93 against a determined Lions lineup.

Winning the toss and electing to bat, the ANS had a mixed start, with captain Dilshan Munaweera providing some early impetus before falling to Upul Indrasiri for 18. Ankit Narwal looked dangerous but also perished after a quick 33 off just 17 balls. Kashyap departed for a first-ball duck, leaving the middle order exposed.

Mehran Khan tried to anchor the innings but struggled for fluency before being stumped off Malinda Pushpakumara for just 8. The situation worsened when Abul Hasan and S Kanwar both departed without troubling the scorers, leaving the Stars in deep trouble at 60-5.

However, Swapnil Patil played a crucial hand, smashing an unbeaten 24 off 12 deliveries, including two big sixes, to provide some late momentum. N Sadat chipped in with 4, and D Ghosh contributed 3, ensuring that Asian Stars finished at 93-8 in their allotted 10 overs.

For the Sri Lankan Lions, Upul Indrasiri was the pick of the bowlers, claiming 3 wickets for just 13 runs. Malinda Pushpakumara also impressed with 2 for 16, while Thisara Perera and Edirisinghe chipped in with crucial breakthroughs.

Chasing 94 for victory, the SLSS began confidently with wicketkeeper Leo Fransisco leading the charge. His aggressive 26 off 17 balls kept the scoreboard ticking, while veteran Tillakaratne Dilshan played a composed knock of 32 off 20 deliveries, putting the Lions in a strong position.

However, Asian Stars struck back when Abul Hasan removed Fransisco just before the halfway stage. Thisara Perera failed to make an impact, managing only 2 runs before falling to Ghosh. Mehran Khan then delivered a key breakthrough, trapping Lasith Lakshan lbw for 13.

Vikum Sanjaya and Raveen Sayer could not withstand the pressure, falling in quick succession to Abul Hasan and Ankit Narwal, leaving the Lions in a precarious position at 72-5. Lahiru Gamage provided a late glimmer of hope with an unbeaten 4, but the task proved too steep as they finished 87-6, falling just 6 runs short of victory.

Abul Hasan was the standout bowler for Asian Stars, picking up 3 wickets for 17 runs. Mehran Khan and Ankit Narwal also made crucial contributions, ensuring that their side defended the modest total with great composure.

Asian Stars vs Sri Lankan Lions Scoreboard

Asian Stars – 93/8 (10)

Sri Lankan Lions – 87/6 (10)

Result – Asian Stars won by 6 runs

Player of the Match – Abul Hasan

ANS vs SLSS Playing Eleven

Asian Stars

Dilshan Munaweera (c), Ankit Narwal, Kashyap, Mehran Khan, Abul Hasan, S Kanwar, Swapnil Patil, N Sadat, D Ghosh (wk), I Pandey, Pawan Suyal

Sri Lankan Lions

Leo Fransisco (wk), Tillakaratne Dilshan, Thisara Perera (c), Lasith Lakshan, Vikum Sanjaya, Raveen Sayer, Lahiru Gamage, Chamikara Edirisinghe, Mevan Fernando, Malinda Pushpakumara, Upul Indrasiri

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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