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Match Summary | 18 January 2026
Spartan Strikers Kashmir vs Eagle Cricket Club
Venue: Raddapura Cricket Ground, Khanyar, Srinagar
Format: 25 Overs

Spartan Strikers Kashmir delivered a commanding performance on Sunday, 18 January 2026, securing a convincing 30-run victory over Eagle Cricket Club at Raddapura Cricket Ground.

After winning the toss and opting to bat, Spartan Strikers faced an early setback, losing Rafiq Sofi on the very first delivery. However, captain Tahir Bhat and Jibran Rafiq steadied the innings with a crucial 91-run partnership that shifted momentum firmly in Striker’s favor.

Tahir Bhat led from the front with a blistering 46 off 29 balls at a strike rate of 158.62, while Jibran Rafiq anchored the innings brilliantly, scoring 62 off 55 balls, including eight boundaries. Valuable late contributions from Imrat Dar, who smashed 48 off 34 deliveries, and Tufail (Perry), who added a quick 22 runs, powered the team to a competitive 199/7 in 25 overs.

Defending the total, Spartan Striker’s bowlers maintained consistent pressure from the outset. Rafiq Sofi delivered a match-defining spell, claiming 3 wickets for 38 runs in his five overs. Support came from all ends, with Musharraf Ali and Imran Renzu picking up two wickets each, while captain Tahir Bhat bowled economically, conceding just 18 runs in five overs and grabbing a wicket. Tufail (Perry) also chipped in with a wicket to keep the opposition in check.

Eagle Cricket Club eventually folded for 169 in 23 overs, handing Spartan Strikers Kashmir a well-earned 30-run victory.

Awards & Standout Performers
• Player of the Match: Tahir Bhat – 46 (29) & 1 wicket for 18 runs
• Best Batter: Jibran Rafiq – 62 (55), 8 fours
• Best Bowler: Rafiq Sofi – 3 wickets for 38 runs
• Other Key Contributors: Imrat Dar, Musharraf Ali

A complete team performance ensured Spartan Strikers Kashmir started their campaign on a dominant note, showcasing both batting depth and bowling discipline.

DOMINATION AT SP COLLEGE GROUND!
Spartan Strikers Kashmir continued their clinical form this season with a massive 111-run victory over Koolipora XI Khanyar on January 11, 2026. Playing at SP College Ground in Srinagar, the Strikers proved once again why they are the team to beat.
The Innings Breakdown:
After electing to bat, the Striker’s top order came out with aggressive intent. Rafiq Sofi was the chief architect of the massive total, playing a blistering knock of 89 off just 46 balls, decorated with 17 boundaries and 2 towering sixes. He & Jibran Rafiq provided the perfect platform for Imrat Dar, who finished the innings with a flourish, remaining unbeaten on 58 off 34 balls. The team finished with a daunting 263/4 in their 25 overs.
The Defense:
The bowling unit made sure the chase never got off the ground. Under the leadership of Captain Tahir Bhat, the Striker’s bowlers maintained a ruthless line and length. Koolipora XI Khanyar struggled to keep up with the rising run rate and were eventually bundled out for 152 in 24 overs.
⭐ Heroes of the Match:
• Player of the Match: For his brilliant 89 runs and contributing with the ball (1 wicket)! 🏅
• Best Batter: Rafiq Sofi 🏏
• A masterclass in power-hitting! His 89 runs at a strike rate of 193.48 dismantled the opposition’s bowling attack early on.
• Best Bowler: Tahir Bhat (c) 🎯
• The skipper led by example, tearing through the lineup to claim 4 wickets for just 20 runs in his 5-over spell.
• Star Performer: Imrat Dar 🌟
• A versatile display behind the stumps and a vital unbeaten half-century (58*) ensured the Strikers kept the pressure on throughout the game.
A complete team performance. While winning in S.P. College is a standard we set for ourselves, this statement win keeps the momentum high for the rest of the season! 🔥💪

Match Summary || Spartan Strikers Kashmir vs Lions Cricket Club
Sunday, 4th January 2026

Spartan Strikers Kashmir kicked off 2026 in emphatic fashion with a commanding win over Lions Cricket Club, setting the tone early for the season.

After winning the toss, Lions Cricket Club opted to bat first, but the decision quickly backfired. The Spartan bowling unit came in hot and never loosened its grip. Wickets fell at regular intervals as the Lions lineup struggled to build momentum.

The bowling performance was disciplined, relentless, and ruthlessly economical:
Rafiq Sofi led the charge with a superb three-wicket haul, conceding just 18 runs in 5 overs.
Musaa was outstanding, grabbing two wickets while giving away only 12 runs in his 4 overs.
Musharraf chipped in with a wicket at a crucial moment.
Tahir Bhat set the example with 1 wicket for 14 runs in 4 overs.
Imran Renzu delivered consistently, finishing with 1 wicket for 27 runs in 5 overs.

Strong fielding complemented the bowling effort, ensuring Lions Cricket Club were restricted to 114/9 in 25 overs. The lone resistance came from Mudassir, who held firm till the end with a gritty 27, pushing his side past the 100-run mark.

In reply, Spartan Strikers Kashmir faced an early hiccup as Rafiq Sofi departed for 9, after smashing the biggest six of the day. What followed, however, was a masterclass in controlled batting.

Captain Tahir Bhat played a captain’s knock, scoring a composed 47 off 48 balls, anchoring the innings and earning the Best Batter award. Alongside him, Jibran Rafiq produced a sensational unbeaten 44 off just 30 balls, guiding the chase with flair and confidence.

Jibran’s innings was a blend of class and creativity. Conventional strokeplay mixed seamlessly with innovative shots, including scoops and reverse hits. He struck eight boundaries, stayed calm under pressure, and finished the game in style, rightly claiming the Star Performer award.

Spartan Strikers Kashmir cruised to 115/4 in 18.4 overs, sealing the victory with 6.2 overs to spare.

A complete team performance. A statement win. A perfect opening chapter for 2026. 🔥🏏

Match Summary | 28 December | SP College Cricket Ground, Srinagar

Spartan Strikers Kashmir faced Khanyar Knight Riders in a hard-fought contest on a damp, challenging surface under typical Kashmiri winter conditions.

Khanyar Knight Riders won the toss and elected to bat first, but Spartan Strikers struck early and never let the momentum slip.
Imran Renzu set the tone with a fiery opening spell, finishing with 5 overs, 17 runs, 2 wickets at an outstanding economy of 3.40.
The pressure intensified as Tufail delivered a match-defining spell, ripping through the batting lineup with 4 wickets for 32 runs in 5 overs.
He was well supported by Musharraf Ali, whose disciplined line-and-length earned him 3 wickets for 29 runs in 5 overs.
Muzammil Rafiq added control in the middle overs, conceding just 9 runs in 2 overs.

Khanyar Knight Riders were bowled out for 109 in 20.3 overs.

The chase was never straightforward on a damp pitch that offered plenty to the bowlers. Spartan Strikers suffered an early collapse as Rouf Mir bowled a brilliant spell for Khanyar, claiming 4 wickets in 5 overs.
Stability came through a crucial partnership between Aamir Raina (25 off 30) and Fahad Bhat (18 off 26), keeping the chase alive.

With the team under pressure at 88 for 8, Muzammil Rafiq held his nerve and guided Spartan Strikers Kashmir over the line, sealing a well-earned victory.

Spartan Strikers Kashmir won the match by 1 wicket with 3.3 Overs to spare.

Awards
🏆 Player of the Match: Tufail
⭐ Star Performer: Musharraf Ali
💎 Valuable Asset of the Match: Muzammil Rafiq

A gritty win, built on discipline, resilience, and belief. Spartan Strikers Kashmir march on. 🏏🔥

MATCH SUMMARY

Spartan Strikers Kashmir vs Nowpora Titans
📍 SP College Cricket Ground, Srinagar
📅 Sunday, 14th December

Nowpora Titans won the toss and elected to bat first against Spartan Strikers Kashmir. Batting first, Nowpora Titans were kept under constant pressure by a disciplined and intelligent bowling attack and were bowled out for 150 runs in 25 overs.

The Spartan Strikers bowlers executed their plans with precision. Musharraf bowled a tight and controlled spell, maintaining excellent line and length throughout his 5 overs, conceding just 25 runs and never allowing the batters to settle. Rafiq Sofi followed it up with an equally economical performance, bowling 5 overs for 20 runs and picking up 2 crucial wickets, choking the scoring rate at a key stage.

The standout performance with the ball came from Tufail (E. Perry), who delivered a match-winning spell. He bowled 4 overs, conceded only 21 runs, and claimed an outstanding five-wicket haul, completely dismantling the middle and lower order and restricting Nowpora Titans to a manageable total.

Chasing 151, Spartan Strikers Kashmir got an explosive start from Rafiq Sofi, who played a blistering opening innings. He scored a rapid 57, striking four massive sixes and five powerful fours, with the ball flying off the bat whenever he found the middle. His innings gave the chase early momentum.

However, wickets fell at the other end, and Spartan Strikers found themselves five wickets down under pressure. At that crucial juncture, Tufail (E. Perry) walked in and produced a calm, composed, and mature innings. He held one end together, absorbed the pressure, and guided the team steadily towards the target.

Tufail finished unbeaten with 39* off 42 deliveries, staying till the end and ensuring Spartan Strikers Kashmir crossed the line successfully.

For his exceptional all-round performance “A five-wicket haul with the ball and a match-finishing knock with the bat”Tufail (E. Perry) was rightly adjudged Man of the Match, playing a decisive role in Spartan Strikers Kashmir’s victory.