Guwahati Royals Triumph Over Tezpur Titans in APL 2026 Match

In a captivating match at the ACA Stadium, Guwahati Royals triumphed over Tezpur Titans by eight wickets in the Assam Premier League 2026. With stellar performances from Rohit Sen and Sanjay Kumar Singh, who both scored half-centuries, the Royals chased down a target of 147 runs comfortably. The Titans struggled initially but saw a remarkable innings from Wasim Akram Haque, who scored 82 runs. However, a late collapse in their innings allowed the Royals to secure a decisive victory. Read on for a detailed recap of the match.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 8, 2026, 23:29 IST

Guwahati Royals Secure Victory Against Tezpur Titans

In a thrilling encounter at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati on Saturday, the Guwahati Royals successfully chased down a target of 147 runs, defeating the Tezpur Titans by eight wickets in Match 15 of the Assam Premier League (APL) 2026.

This victory propels the Royals to the second position on the points table, as reported in an official release.

Rohit Sen and Sanjay Kumar Singh were instrumental in the chase, both scoring half-centuries and forming a formidable opening partnership that guided their team to a comfortable win.

Earlier in the match, Mrinmoy Dutta emerged as the standout bowler, claiming three wickets to limit the Titans' scoring after a powerful innings from Wasim Akram Haque.

After winning the toss and choosing to bat, the Tezpur Titans struggled initially, losing both Mohammad Kaif and Roshan Topno during the powerplay.

Wasim Akram Haque played a pivotal role, scoring an impressive 82 runs off just 54 balls, which included three fours and seven sixes, marking the second-highest individual score in the tournament to date. He formed an 82-run partnership for the third wicket with Nihar Deka, helping stabilize the innings.

However, the Titans faltered towards the end of their innings after Wasim's dismissal, leading to a collapse. Mrinmoy Dutta struck twice in quick succession, dismissing Danish Ahmed and captain Ayushman Malakar.

Nipan Deka and Deepak Gohain also contributed with a wicket each, as the bowling side took the last five wickets for a mere 12 runs, restricting the Titans to 146 runs for 8 wickets in their 20 overs.

In response, the Guwahati Royals got off to a blazing start, thanks to Rohit Sen and Sanjay Kumar Singh.

The duo raced to 108 runs without losing a wicket within the first ten overs, showcasing an array of aggressive strokes. Sen was in exceptional form, scoring 65 runs off 30 balls, including three fours and four sixes, achieving the fastest half-century of the tournament in just 23 balls.

Singh matched his partner's intensity, also scoring 65 runs but off 39 balls, hitting six fours and three sixes.

Although Danish Ahmed and Abir Chakraborty managed to take two wickets, the Royals were already in a commanding position. Captain Rishiv Das finished the match with an unbeaten 15 runs off 7 balls, leading his team to victory by chasing down 147 runs in just 12.5 overs.

Match Summary:

Guwahati Royals defeated Tezpur Titans by 8 wickets.

Tezpur Titans: 146/8 in 20 overs (Wasim Akram Haque 82, Nihar Deka 20; Mrinmoy Dutta 3/27, Bastab Roy 1/15).

Guwahati Royals: 147/2 in 12.5 overs (Rohit Sen 65, Sanjay Kumar Singh 65, Rishav Das 15*; Danish Ahmed 1/23, Abir Chakraborty 1/16).