Sher-e-Punjab T20: Naman Dhir's 88* steers Amritsar Soormas to 7-wicket win
Synopsis
Written off at 39/3 chasing 183, Amritsar Soormas flipped the script entirely. Naman Dhir and Abhay Choudhary stitched an unbroken 147-run stand — the kind of partnership that doesn't just win matches but announces a team's arrival in a tournament. Soormas are off the mark in Sher-e-Punjab T20 2026.
Key Takeaways
Amritsar Soormas beat Fazilka Falcons by seven wickets at I.S.
Bindra Stadium, Mohali on 3 September .
Naman Dhir top-scored with an unbeaten 88 off 48 balls ; Abhay Choudhary contributed 58* off 35 balls .
The pair shared an unbroken 147-run fourth-wicket partnership to overturn a 39/3 situation.
Fazilka Falcons posted 182/9 , powered by Vihaan Malhotra's 60 and Sanvir Singh's 63 .
Akash Pandey (2/27) and Mayank Markande (1/12) were the standout bowlers for Amritsar.
The Soormas completed the chase in 18.1 overs , winning with 11 balls to spare.
Amritsar Soormas claimed their first victory of the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League 2026, defeating Fazilka Falcons by seven wickets at the I.S. Bindra Stadium, Mohali, on Wednesday, 3 September. An unbeaten 147-run fourth-wicket stand between Naman Dhir and Abhay Choudhary rescued the Soormas from a precarious 39/3 and sealed the chase with 11 balls to spare.
Fazilka Falcons Set a Competitive Target
Batting first, Fazilka Falcons were in early trouble, slipping to 38/2 before Vihaan Malhotra and Sanvir Singh steadied the innings with an 83-run partnership for the third wicket. Malhotra struck a brisk 60 off 34 balls, while Singh was equally aggressive, contributing 63 off 35 balls. Despite the middle-order recovery, disciplined bowling in the back end restricted the Falcons to 182/9 in their allotted 20 overs.
Akash Pandey led the Amritsar attack with figures of 2/27 in four overs, while Mayank Markande was the most economical of the lot, conceding just 12 runs in two overs for his wicket. The Soormas also impressed in the field, with sharp catching and alert ground fielding keeping the Falcons' total in check.
Soormas Stutter Before Dhir and Choudhary Take Over
The chase began on a rocky note for Amritsar. Captain Abhishek Sharma offered a brief but explosive cameo — 21 off just nine balls — before falling, leaving his side at 39/3 and in need of a rescue act. The pressure, however, brought out the best in Naman Dhir and Abhay Choudhary.
The pair batted with remarkable composure and aggression, targeting the Fazilka bowlers at every opportunity. Dhir, who has been among the tournament's standout performers, finished unbeaten on a match-winning 88 off 48 balls. Choudhary complemented him superbly with an unbeaten 58 off 35 balls. Together, they added an unbroken 147 runs — a partnership that completely turned the complexion of the match.
Soormas Cross the Line in Style
Amritsar reached the target of 183, finishing on 183/3 in 18.1 overs — a comfortable victory that opens their account in the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League 2026. The win underlined the team's all-round depth: bowlers and fielders set the platform, and the batting pair of Dhir and Choudhary delivered the finishing act.
Notably, this is the kind of chase — recovering from three early wickets to win with ease — that signals a settled batting unit capable of handling pressure situations. The Soormas will look to carry this momentum into their next fixture.
Point of View
Despite two fifties, could not match. Naman Dhir's consistency is becoming a theme in this tournament, and captain Abhishek Sharma's brief but explosive cameo suggests the Soormas have match-winners at multiple positions. The question for Fazilka is whether their middle order — which twice needed rescuing — can be more self-sufficient as the league stage progresses.
NationPress
3 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Sher-e-Punjab T20 match between Amritsar Soormas and Fazilka Falcons?
Amritsar Soormas won the match by seven wickets, chasing down 183 in 18.1 overs at I.S. Bindra Stadium, Mohali, on 3 September. It was the Soormas' first win of the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League 2026.
How did Naman Dhir perform in the Sher-e-Punjab T20 match?
Naman Dhir scored an unbeaten 88 off 48 balls, anchoring the Amritsar Soormas' chase after they were reduced to 39/3. He shared an unbroken 147-run stand with Abhay Choudhary to seal the victory.
What did Fazilka Falcons score in the Sher-e-Punjab T20 match?
Fazilka Falcons posted 182/9 in 20 overs, recovering from 38/2 through an 83-run partnership between Vihaan Malhotra (60 off 34) and Sanvir Singh (63 off 35). Their total ultimately proved insufficient.
Who were the top bowlers for Amritsar Soormas against Fazilka Falcons?
Akash Pandey was the pick of the bowlers with 2/27 in four overs, while Mayank Markande was highly economical, conceding just 12 runs in two overs for one wicket. The Soormas' fielding also played a key role in restricting Fazilka.
How did Abhishek Sharma perform as Amritsar Soormas captain?
Captain Abhishek Sharma contributed a quick 21 off nine balls before being dismissed, leaving Amritsar at 39/3. His brief cameo provided momentum before Naman Dhir and Abhay Choudhary took over to finish the chase.
