The Kilo North Kashmir T20 Premier League roared into its knockout stage on Monday with two lopsided quarterfinal encounters at Chandigam Cricket Ground here, as Pathan Panthers Lolab and NCC Narbal registered emphatic victories to book their places in the semifinals.
In the opening quarterfinal, Pathan Panthers Lolab produced a dominant all-round display to crush Sopore Cricket Academy by a mammoth 164 runs. Electing to bat, the Panthers piled up a formidable 226/6 in their allotted 20 overs before skittling out Sopore Cricket Academy for a paltry 62 in just 8.5 overs. Sheikh Junaid was declared Man of the Match for his standout performance.
The second quarterfinal saw NCC Narbal post a challenging 207 runs in 20 overs against Rising Star Tarish.In reply, Rising Star Tarish fought hard but could only manage 177/9, falling short by 30 runs. Iqbal Bhat was named Man of the Match for his impressive contribution.
The remaining two quarterfinals will be played on Tuesday, with Friends XI Lolab taking on Young Star Panjipora, while Hamdaniya Green Lar face Sopore XI.
With two semifinal berths already sealed, the competition for the coveted title has intensified, promising more high-octane cricket as North Kashmir’s biggest grassroots sporting extravaganza moves towards its grand finale.
