Dibrugarh Warriors Triumph Over Jorhat Stallions in APL 2026 Match

In an exciting match of the Assam Premier League 2026, the Dibrugarh Warriors triumphed over the Jorhat Stallions by six wickets. Captain Saahil Jain's remarkable unbeaten half-century was pivotal in the chase, as the Warriors successfully reached the target of 133 runs with 14 balls to spare. The Stallions struggled to build momentum, finishing their innings at 132 runs. This match showcased thrilling performances from both teams, making it a memorable encounter in the league.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 9, 2026, 08:33 IST

Warriors Secure Victory with a Strong Chase

In match 16 of the Assam Premier League (APL) 2026 held at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati, the Dibrugarh Warriors successfully chased down a target of 133 runs, defeating the Jorhat Stallions by six wickets. The standout performance came from captain Saahil Jain, who played a crucial role with an impressive unbeaten half-century, leading his team to victory with 14 balls remaining.

Stallions Struggle to Build Momentum

The Jorhat Stallions batted first, managing to score 132 runs for the loss of 8 wickets. Jitumoni Kalita was the standout bowler for the Warriors, taking two wickets and helping to limit the Stallions' score. After winning the toss and choosing to field, the Warriors made early breakthroughs, dismissing Erik Roy and Swarupam Purkayastha within the first five overs. Dyutimoy Nath played a pivotal role for the Stallions, scoring 43 runs off 41 balls, but the team faltered in the latter stages of their innings after his dismissal. Kalita's bowling figures of 2/16 were complemented by contributions from Roshan Alam, Rituraj Biswas, Sidhartha Sankar Baruah, and Doikho Das, each taking a wicket. A late surge from Rajjak Uddin Ahmed, who scored 20 runs off 10 balls, helped the Stallions reach a total of 132.

Captain Jain Leads the Charge

The Warriors faced early challenges in their chase, losing Ronit Akhtar, Ayush Agarwal, and Parvej Musaraf during the powerplay. However, Jay Borah provided stability with a measured 28 runs off 31 balls. Saahil Jain then took control of the innings, showcasing his leadership with a composed 60 runs off just 40 balls, including four boundaries and three sixes. The Warriors completed their chase in 17.4 overs, finishing at 133 for 4.

Match Summary

Match Summary: Dibrugarh Warriors defeated Jorhat Stallions by 6 wickets. Jorhat Stallions: 132/8 in 20 overs (Dyutimoy Nath 43, Erik Roy 22, Rajjak Uddin Ahmed 20*; Jitumoni Kalita 2/16, Rituraj Biswas 1/13). Dibrugarh Warriors: 133/4 in 17.4 overs (Saahil Jain 60*, Jay Borah 28; Abhilash Gogoi 1/25, Bishal Newar 1/22).