Over the weekend, the Cotton Tree Cricket Club secured a resounding victory against Achievers A in the AJM Mash It Up championship tournament, led by the stellar performance of Kevon Jawahir.
The club walked away with a remarkable $1 million cash prize, marking a significant triumph for the team.
In a thrilling encounter, Cotton Tree won the toss and elected to bat first, setting a formidable target of 223 runs from their allotted 20 overs.
Fawaz Gaffoor led the charge with an impressive innings of 74 runs, supported by Jawahir’s solid contribution of 52 runs.
Their partnership propelled Cotton Tree past the 200-run mark, putting Achievers A under immense pressure.
Despite a valiant effort, Achievers A faltered in their chase, losing wickets at regular intervals and managing to score only 109 runs.
Shamal Angel emerged as one of the few batsmen to reach double figures, but the team struggled against Cotton Tree’s formidable bowling attack.
Waqar Hassan delivered a remarkable performance with the ball for Cotton Tree, claiming five wickets for just 14 runs.
Jawahir also excelled with his bowling, taking four wickets for 18 runs, while Arif Khan chipped in with a crucial wicket.
Following the grand final of the match, Jawahir expressed his delight at the team’s victory and credited his captain for believing in him.
He highlighted the importance of confidence and expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to showcase his skills, particularly as a leg spinner.
The tournament, sponsored by AJM Enterprise Jumbo Jet and powered by Banks DIH Limited, showcased the talent and competitiveness of local cricket clubs.
Cotton Tree’s triumph underscored their dedication and skill, cementing their position as a force to be reckoned with in the cricketing community.