APL 2026: Roy, Malakar steer Barak Legends to 8-wicket win over Charaideo
Synopsis
Barak Legends needed just 18.4 overs to chase down 124 against Charaideo Sunrisers in APL 2026, with captain Sibsankar Roy and Barunjyoti Malakar stitching an unbroken 74-run stand. Combined with Mohit Thakur's 3/13, it was a complete team performance that underlines Barak's growing authority in the tournament.
Key Takeaways
Barak Legends defeated Charaideo Sunrisers by 8 wickets in APL 2026 on 7 August 2026 at Guwahati .
Sibsankar Roy (42*) and Barunjyoti Malakar (37*) shared an unbroken 74-run third-wicket partnership , completing the chase with 8 balls to spare .
Mohit Thakur led the bowling with figures of 3 for 13 ; Harsh Kumar and Abdul Ajij Kuraishi each took 2 wickets .
Charaideo Sunrisers were bowled out for 124 in 20 overs , despite Pradyun Saikia's 33 and Himanshu Saraswat's unbeaten 31.
In the second match, Barpeta Braves beat Nagaon Rangers by 70 runs , with skipper Denish Das hitting an unbeaten 72 off 45 balls .
Barak Legends delivered a composed all-round performance to seal an eight-wicket victory over Charaideo Sunrisers in the Assam Premier League (APL) 2026 at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium, Guwahati, on 7 August 2026. An unbroken 74-run third-wicket stand between captain Sibsankar Roy and Barunjyoti Malakar carried the chase home with eight balls to spare.
Bowling Display Sets the Platform
Barak Legends, opting to field first, applied relentless pressure throughout the Charaideo innings. Mohit Thakur was the pick of the attack, returning exceptional figures of 3 for 13, while Harsh Kumar and Abdul Ajij Kuraishi each claimed two wickets to keep the Sunrisers in check. Despite a spirited 33 off 22 balls from Pradyun Saikia and an unbeaten 31 from Himanshu Saraswat, Charaideo Sunrisers could only manage 124 all out in their 20 overs.
Roy and Malakar Seal the Chase
Barak Legends' reply began on a nervous note when Aman Singh fell in the opening over. Bishal Saha steadied the innings with a brisk 34 off 29 balls before his dismissal in the second wicket. That brought together Roy and Malakar, who then took complete control. Captain Sibsankar Roy struck an unbeaten 42 off 32 deliveries, hitting three fours and two sixes, while Barunjyoti Malakar anchored the other end with a measured 37 not out off 47 balls. Their unbroken partnership of 74 runs took Barak Legends to 125 for 2 in 18.4 overs, completing a convincing victory.
Barpeta Braves Also Dominate on Friday
In the day's other fixture, Barpeta Braves registered a commanding 70-run win over Nagaon Rangers. Skipper Denish Das led from the front with an unbeaten 72 off 45 balls — studded with four boundaries and four sixes — to power the Braves to 170. The bowling unit then dismissed Nagaon Rangers for 100 in 18.2 overs to wrap up a comprehensive result.
Brief Scores
Charaideo Sunrisers: 124 all out in 20 overs (Pradyun Saikia 33, Himanshu Saraswat 31*; Mohit Thakur 3/13, Harsh Kumar 2/25, Abdul Ajij Kuraishi 2/19)
Barak Legends: 125/2 in 18.4 overs (Sibsankar Roy 42*, Barunjyoti Malakar 37*, Bishal Saha 34; Dibakar Johori 1/28)
Result: Barak Legends beat Charaideo Sunrisers by 8 wickets
The result strengthens Barak Legends' campaign in the APL 2026, with their next fixture set to be a key test of their title credentials.
Point of View
Which will matter as the APL 2026 reaches its decisive phase. Charaideo's inability to accelerate beyond 124 despite two batters reaching the 30s points to a middle-order fragility they must fix quickly.
NationPress
8 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Barak Legends vs Charaideo Sunrisers match in APL 2026?
Barak Legends won by 8 wickets, chasing down 124 in 18.4 overs at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati on 7 August 2026. Captain Sibsankar Roy and Barunjyoti Malakar sealed the result with an unbroken 74-run partnership.
What were Sibsankar Roy's and Barunjyoti Malakar's scores in APL 2026?
Sibsankar Roy scored an unbeaten 42 off 32 balls, hitting three fours and two sixes, while Barunjyoti Malakar contributed an anchoring 37 not out off 47 deliveries. Together they added 74 unbroken runs for the third wicket.
How did Barak Legends' bowlers perform against Charaideo Sunrisers?
Mohit Thakur led the bowling with outstanding figures of 3 for 13, while Harsh Kumar and Abdul Ajij Kuraishi each claimed two wickets. The collective effort restricted Charaideo Sunrisers to 124 all out in 20 overs.
What was the result of the Barpeta Braves vs Nagaon Rangers APL 2026 match?
Barpeta Braves beat Nagaon Rangers by 70 runs on 7 August 2026. Skipper Denish Das hit an unbeaten 72 off 45 balls to power Braves to 170, and their bowlers then dismissed Nagaon Rangers for 100 in 18.2 overs.
Where is APL 2026 being played?
The Assam Premier League 2026 matches are being held at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati, Assam.
