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early times report
Jammu, Jan 2: Another enthralling day of competitive cricket unfolded at the University of Jammu Ground as the HexaMed BIG Jammu Kashmir Premier League (BIG JKPL) 2025–26, organized by 92.7 BIG FM, witnessed two high-quality matches marked by explosive batting performances and tactically sound bowling displays.
The matches were graced by Mr. Haseeb Ur Rehman, IPS, DIG Railways-J&K, who interacted with players and organizers and addressed the gathering. In his address, Mr. Haseeb Ur Rehman said that platforms like BIG JKPL play a crucial role in promoting sports culture among the youth of Jammu & Kashmir. He emphasised that cricket instils discipline, teamwork, leadership and a competitive spirit, which are essential qualities for nation-building. He appreciated 92.7 BIG FM and the organising team for conducting the league in a professional manner and encouraged young players to pursue sports with dedication, perseverance and integrity.
The league is being conducted with the support of HexaMed Diagnostics as the Title Partner, CT University as the Powered By Partner, Kanwal Spices and Oxford Hospital as the Associate Partners, JK Sports Time as the Live Streaming Partner, and Pepsi as the Beverage Partner.
In the first match of the day, Tiles and Bath Cricket Club registered a convincing victory over Kanwal Tigers. Batting first, Kanwal Tigers were bowled out for 154 runs in 18.5 overs. Kulwinder Singh delivered a fiery spell, picking up 4 wickets for 27 runs, while Rajat Sharma provided crucial breakthroughs with figures of 3 wickets for 20 runs, earning him the Player of the Match award.
Chasing a target of 155, Tiles and Bath got off to an explosive start through Aman Khatri, who smashed 35 runs off 15 balls. Shubham Singh Pundir then anchored the innings with a dominant unbeaten 62 off 30 balls, hitting five sixes and three fours. During his knock, he also completed the milestone of 1,000 career runs.
The second match witnessed a batting masterclass by Sultan Warriors Baramulla, who posted a massive 242/3 in 18 overs against Power Panthers Cricket Club. Waseem Kachur starred with a blistering 70 off 31 balls, supported by Tajamul Baba’s quick 61 off 28 balls. |
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