Ajman Titans secured a decisive seven-wicket victory over the Royal Champs in the ongoing 2025 Abu Dhabi T10, showcasing a solid batting performance. This match highlighted the Titans’ resilience as they rebounded from earlier losses in the tournament.
In the day’s second match, Quetta Qavalry triumphed over Aspin Stallions by eight runs, further underscoring the competitive nature of the tournament at Zayed Cricket Stadium. The Titans’ chase, targeting 110 runs, was spearheaded by Rilee Rossouw, who contributed a brisk 37 runs off 20 balls. This win marked the Titans’ second consecutive victory, whereas the Champs faced their fourth defeat in a row.
Wasim Akram shone on the bowling front for the Titans, delivering an impressive spell of 2/7 over two overs. His performance set the tone for a strong showing from the Titans’ bowling attack, helping to restrict the Champs’ batting.
Aneurin Donald kickstarted the Titans’ innings with an explosive beginning, scoring 16 runs off just five balls, which included two boundaries and a six. The Titans maintained their momentum as Alex Hales added a further 21 runs off 10 balls, forming a formidable partnership with Rossouw.
Rossouw’s innings included four fours and two sixes, propelling the Titans toward their target until he was dismissed by Rishi Dhawan when the score reached 78. Moeen Ali then stepped in to guide the team to victory with an unbeaten 29 off just 10 balls, effectively finishing the match with his dynamic hitting.
In the first innings, despite an early setback where Aaron Jones was dismissed by Akram, the Royal Champs managed to rebound through a significant partnership between Jason Roy and Brandon McMullen. They combined for an 80-run partnership that laid a strong foundation, with Roy scoring 42 off 25 balls and McMullen adding 43 off 26.
Akram returned to dismiss Quentin Sampson for his second wicket, but Chris Jordan ignited a late charge for the Champs with a quick-fire 13 runs off 5 balls. However, Chris Green’s counterstrike in the closing stages limited the Champs to a total of 109 runs, as he claimed two crucial wickets, ensuring the Titans’ comfortable chase.
The match highlighted the vital contributions from both teams, with the Titans capitalizing on their batting prowess and the Champs demonstrating moments of resilience in their innings.