Punjab De Sher pulled off a clinical run chase to defeat Bhojpuri Dabanggs by 6 wickets, successfully chasing 172 in just 11.1 overs. The match turned into a batting spectacle as Punjab’s power-hitters unleashed a fearless assault, making light work of a competitive total.
With explosive knocks from Ninja and Karan Walia, Punjab De Sher stamped their authority and climbed the CCL 2026 standings with a statement victory.
Bhojpuri Dabanggs Put Up 171/4
Batting first, Bhojpuri Dabanggs posted a solid 171/4 in 20 overs, built around a fluent half-century and valuable middle-order contributions.
Top Performances: Bhojpuri Dabanggs
- Aditya Ajay Ojha anchored the innings with a classy 63 off 43 balls, striking 8 fours and 2 sixes.
- Manoj Tiwari gave the innings momentum with a confident 52 off 39 balls.
- Asgar Khan chipped in with a handy 23, ensuring Dabanggs crossed the 170-run mark.
Punjab De Sher bowlers struck at intervals but couldn’t completely halt the scoring flow in the middle overs.
Best Bowlers: Punjab De Sher
- Anuj Khurana impressed with 3 wickets, keeping the run rate in check.
- Hardy Sandhu bowled economically, conceding just 15 runs in 4 overs.
Punjab De Sher’s Explosive Chase (174/4 in 11.1 Overs)
What followed was one of the fastest and most destructive chases of CCL 2026.
Top Performances: Punjab De Sher
- Karan Walia produced a jaw-dropping knock of 73 off just 22 balls, smashing 9 sixes at a strike rate above 330.
- Ninja was equally devastating, blasting 57 off 26 balls with 6 fours and 4 sixes, completely dismantling the bowling attack.
- Hardy Sandhu added finishing touches with a quick 14 off 7 balls, ensuring there were no late jitters.
Punjab De Sher reached the target in just 11.1 overs, making a mockery of the required run rate.
Best Bowlers: Bhojpuri Dabanggs
- Manoj Tiwari and Manmohan Mishra picked up a wicket each, but the bowlers had no answers to Punjab’s hitting spree.
Match-Changing Moments
- Karan Walia’s Brutal Assault: One of the fastest and cleanest hitting displays of CCL 2026.
- Ninja’s Powerplay Carnage: Punjab raced ahead early, killing the contest inside the first 6 overs.
- 11.1-Over Finish: One of the quickest successful chases of the season.
- Net Run Rate Boost: A massive NRR gain for Punjab De Sher.
Final Score Summary
Bhojpuri Dabanggs: 171/4 (20 overs)
Punjab De Sher: 174/4 (11.1 overs)
Result: Punjab De Sher won by 6 wickets
Why This Match Is Trending
- Ultra-fast chase finished inside 12 overs
- Viral-worthy six-hitting from Karan Walia
- High entertainment value with back-to-back boundaries
- Big impact on CCL 2026 points table & NRR
