Rameez Khan-l's 4-Wicket Haul Seals It for Romania
Romania have won by 2 wickets. Belgium batted first and posted 107/10 in 18.3 overs. Romania chased down 108 in just 18.3 overs.
Belgium struggled through their innings, losing wickets at regular intervals. Omid Mailk Khel top-scored with 22 off 22 balls (SR 100), but lacked support from the other end. The powerplay yielded 43 runs — early wickets put them under pressure from the start.
In the chase, Vasu Saini anchored the innings with 37 off 36 balls. It was a measured knock that kept Romania on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Rameez Khan-l delivered figures of 4/26 in 4 overs (Econ 6.5). A match-defining spell that tore through the batting order.
Romania move up the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Europe Sub Regional Qualifier B table with this win, while Belgium will look to bounce back quickly.
The Turning Point
The match was effectively decided in the first innings itself. Losing 10 wickets for just 107 put Belgium on the back foot from the start, and the chase was never in doubt.
Key Performers
37 off 36 balls (SR 103), 5 fours, 0 sixes
4/26 in 4 overs (Econ: 6.50)
22 off 22 balls (SR 100), 3 fours, 0 sixes
Verdict
Romania showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Belgium were outplayed in all departments. A 2 wickets defeat lays bare the gaps in their game — the batting lacked application and the bowling had no answers. Plenty of hard conversations ahead of the next match. Romania move up the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Europe Sub Regional Qualifier B table with this win, while Belgium will look to bounce back quickly.