Kamil Mishara's 108 Fires Jaffna Kings to Victory
Jaffna Kings have won by 14 runs. Jaffna Kings batted first and posted 242/2 in 20 overs. Galle Gallants, chasing 243, fell short at 228/8 in 20 overs.
Kamil Mishara was the standout in the first innings, scoring 108* off 55 balls (SR 196). 7 sixes and 10 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 58 runs.
Sam Harper fought hard with 44 off 21 balls, but it was not enough to haul Galle Gallants over the line. The required rate climbed too steeply in the end.
With the ball, Mohamed Shiraz delivered figures of 3/32 in 4 overs (Econ 8.0). Crucial breakthroughs at key moments that shifted the momentum.
GG lead the series 21-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 20 of the first innings was the inflection point — 22 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
108* off 55 balls (SR 196), 10 fours, 7 sixes
3/32 in 4 overs (Econ: 8.00)
54 off 32 balls (SR 169), 4 fours, 3 sixes
Verdict
Jaffna Kings showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Galle Gallants will rue missed opportunities — a 14 runs deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. GG lead the series 21-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.