Band-e-Amir Dragons secured a dramatic 3-wicket win over the Boost Defenders in Match 15 of the 2025 Shpageeza Cricket League (SCL) at the Kabul International Cricket Stadium. Once the toss had been made, the Dragons chose to bowl first to take advantage of the surface. Although the Defenders batted well, the Dragons chased the target down in the last over of the game.

Boost Defenders Innings

The Boost Defenders posted a competitive total of 182/6 in 20 overs. Karim Janat played an innings of 65 off 41 balls to lead the team. Captain Ibrahim Zadran gave him the best support by making 54 off 36 balls. Najibullah Zadran Najibullah Zadran added valuable runs at the end, smashing an unbeaten 37 off just 21 balls to give the innings a strong finish. Among the Dragons' bowlers, Gulbadin Naib was the standout performer, grabbing 4/41 in his 4 overs, while Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar (1/25) and Mohammad Saleem Safi (1/41) provided crucial support.

Band-e-Amir Dragons Innings

In reply, the Dragons set a chase in a measured manner and finished with one ball remaining to win at 183/7 in 19.5 overs. Sediqullah Atal was the top scorer with 34 off 22, anchoring the innings in the middle phase. Mohammad Haroon Khan (30 off 23) and Sadiqullah Pacha (28* off 10) played a vital role in maintaining the run rate and winning the game. The Defenders tried to hold their defense through Bashir Ahmad (2/39), Azim Zadran (1/5), and Arab Gul (1/31), but they weren't enough to stop the Dragons' late charge.

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Band-e-Amir Dragons vs Boost Defenders: Scorecard

Boost Defenders – 182/6 (20 Overs)

Band-e-Amir Dragons – 183/7 (19.5 Overs)

Match 15 of the Shpageeza Cricket League 2025 will see Band-e-Amir Dragons take on Boost Defenders at the Kabul International Cricket Stadium. The contest is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM IST (9:00 AM AFT) on July 28, 2025, with both teams aiming to solidify their positions in the top two of the table.

Boost Defenders are currently placed third on the points table with three victories and two defeats. The batting has been led by Wasim Akram, who has smashed 256 runs, while Arab Gul has been the best bowler with eight wickets. The Defenders are on a high following a dominating 6-wicket victory against Mis Ainak Knights and will seek to continue the momentum.

Band-e-Amir Dragons, who are in fourth position with two victories and three losses, need a comeback after a struggling 4-wicket loss against Speen Ghar Tigers. Skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi is still their top run-scorer with 234 runs, and the star bowler for them is still Izharulhaq Naveed with seven wickets.

BAD vs BDD: Match Details

• Match: Band-e-Amir Dragons vs Boost Defenders
• Date: July 28, 2025
• Time: 10:00 AM IST and 9:00 AM AFT
• Venue: Kabul International Cricket Stadium
• Tournament: Shpageeza Cricket League 2025 – Match 15

BAD vs BDD: Live Streaming Details

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BAD vs BDD: Squad Details

Band-e-Amir Dragons:
Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Khalil Ahmed, Sediqullah Atal, Abdul Hadi, Haroon Khan, Nangialai Kharoti, Nijat Masood, Asif Musazai, Gulbadin Naib, Izharulhaq Naveed, Darwish Rasooli, Mohammad Saleem, Lalbaz Sinzai, Qamar Shams, and Mohammad Shahzad (wk).

Boost Defenders:
Ibrahim Zadran (c), Bashir Ahmad, Bilal Ahmad, Noor Ahmad, Mohammad Akram, Yama Arab, Mobin Bakhtyar, Arab Gul, Karim Janat, Haji Murad Muradi (wk), Allah Noor, Naveed Obaid, Abdul Rahman, Tariq Stanikzai, Abdullah Tarakhail, Azim Zadran, Najibullah Zadran, and Shawkat Zaman.