CRICKET – AN impressive century by Sunish Bayalan secured a convincing victory for Bahrain against hosts Qatar in the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) U16 Men’s West Zone Cup, currently being held in Doha.
In a dominant display of batting prowess, Bahrain posted a formidable total of 305 for 10 in 49.3 overs, powered by a fine century from captain Bayalan (108 off 113 balls, who had 13 fours and one six).
Despite a spirited bowling effort from Qatar, led by Muhammad Shoaib (4/57) and Darshil Shriram (2/35), the target proved insurmountable as they collapsed for 120 for 10 in 34.4 overs.
Bayalan anchored the innings with a flawless century, forging a 150-run opening stand with Shubham Lele (58). Mohammed Shaheen (26) and Sujay Bayalan (25) had late cameos to propel the total past 300.
Muhammad Shoaib had a four-wicket haul for Qatar, including key dismissals of Ayan Khan and Shantanu Das. Joel Silas (2/49) broke partnerships with crucial wickets.
Only Joel Silas (42) offered resistance against Bahrain’s disciplined attack.
Dhairya Sagar (4/6) destroyed the lower order with a fiery spell. The quick dismissals of Qatar’s top order (33/3 in 10.5 overs) sealed the game early.
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