Baramulla 26 July 2025: The Chinar Premier League delivered another action-packed day of cricket across both General Bipin Rawat Stadium and Showkat Ali Stadium, with standout performances, high scores, and thrilling finishes.
Gymkhana Budgam vs. Ranzi Pora Royals
MLA Gymkhana Budgam posted a commanding 224/6 after electing to bat, led by Tajamul Baba’s fiery 61 off 36 balls, earning him both Best Batsman and Player of the Match awards. Despite Hilal Ahmad’s 3-wicket spell for Ranzi Pora Royals, their chase fell short at 169/4, handing Gymkhana Budgam a comfortable 55-run victory.
Shining Star Khaitangan vs. Holiday Cafe Budgam
Venue: Showkat Ali Stadium
Holiday Cafe Budgam cruised to a 5-wicket win, chasing down 147 in just 14.4 overs. Sameer Amin stole the spotlight with a blistering 85 off 48 balls, securing the Player of the Match title. Earlier, Rouf Bashir’s 4-wicket haul restricted Shining Star Khaitangan to 146/9 in a game defined by smart bowling and power-hitting.
Red Stone Arihal vs. Coaching Centre Cricket Club Kupwara
Venue: Showkat Ali Stadium
Coaching Centre Kupwara delivered a crushing 9-wicket victory, dismissing Red Stone Arihal for just 99. Saqib Reshi’s 4-wicket burst set the tone, while Sheikh Junaid’s unbeaten 38 off 25 balls sealed the chase in just 9 overs. Junaid was named Player of the Match for his all-round impact.
Khanpora Pakhtoons vs. Star Sports Binner
Venue: General Bipin Rawat Stadium
In a nail-biter, Star Sports Binner edged out Khanpora Pakhtoons by 4 wickets, chasing down 165 with an over to spare. Shoaib Syed’s quickfire 50 off 25 balls proved decisive and earned him the Player of the Match title. Despite Suhail Bashir’s valiant 58 for the Pakhtoons and Shakir’s two crucial wickets, Binner held their nerve to clinch the win.
