Bhatkal CC storms into final of Hamriya Cup in Ajman

Ajman - 29 March 2011: Bhatkal CC stormed into the finals of Hamriya Cup Cricket Tournament which was being played here at Ajman. In the semifinal encounter, Tifany CC won the toss and elected to bat first. In the allotted 20 overs they made 157 runs. Chasing a victory target of 158 runs, Bhatkal CC lost early wickets and at one stage they were 64 for 5 but brilliant batting displays from Mohammed Rayyan and Syed Hussain turned the match in Bhatkal's favour and they achieved the target with 10 balls to spare.

Mohammed Rayyan was adjudged man of the match for his all-round performance, a brilliant half century and 3 wickets. He made 53 not out in just 32 ball with 5 sixes and 3 fours.

Brief Scores:

Tifany CC - 157-8 in 20 overs, Nadeem Khan 53, Rayyan of Bhatkal bagged 3 wickets.

Bhatkal CC - 159-8 in 18.2 overs, Mohammed Rayyan 53, Syed Hussain 40, Irfan of Tifanny CC 4 wickets.

Bhatkallys News Service / Photos: K M Waseem