Falcons Karwan were crowned champions of the Karwan Talent Hunt 2026 after defeating Cheetahs Karwan in the final played at the SLLDC Grounds, Narahenpitiya.
Falcons Karwan were crowned champions of the Karwan Talent Hunt 2026 after defeating Cheetahs Karwan in the final played at the SLLDC Grounds, Narahenpitiya.
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Having won the toss, Falcons Karwan elected to bat first and posted 104 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in their allotted 20 overs.
Sadew Soyza top-scored for Falcons Karwan with a valuable 32 off 31 deliveries, striking 3 fours and a six to guide his side to a competitive total.
Dinal Sewmina was the standout bowler for Cheetahs Karwan, producing an impressive spell to claim 3 wickets for just 11 runs.
Chasing 105 for victory, Cheetahs Karwan struggled against a disciplined Falcons Karwan bowling attack and were eventually bowled out for 88 runs.
Tharun Damsith led the charge with the ball for the champions, delivering a brilliant spell of 4 wickets for just 8 runs to put Falcons Karwan firmly in control.
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Nimrod Chamath and Shehan Banuka also made important contributions with the ball, claiming 2 wickets each as Falcons Karwan completed a convincing victory to lift the Karwan Talent Hunt 2026 title.
Brief Scores
Falcons Karwan – 104/9 (20) Sadew Soyza 32, Dinal Sewmina 3/11
Cheetahs Karwan – 88 (16.4) Tharun Damsith 4/8, Nimrod Chamath 2/15, Shehan Banuka 2/18
Result – Falcons Karwan won by 16 runs
