Cricket

Mohammed Shami's Hat-Trick Powers Servotech Siliguri Strikers to a 24-Run Victory

Kolkata, 6th June, 2026: Servotech Siliguri Strikers kicked off their Bengal T20 League Season 3 campaign in emphatic fashion, registering a comprehensive 24-run victory over Shrachi Rarh Tigers at Eden Gardens on Saturday. The win was highlighted by a brilliant all-round team performance, headlined by Mohammed Shami's sensational hat-trick and Vishal Bhati's explosive batting display.

Batting first after being put in by the opposition, Servotech Siliguri Strikers piled up an imposing 208/4 in 20 overs. Vishal Bhati led the charge with a scintillating 86 off 46 deliveries, striking five boundaries and six maximums. Karan Lal provided solid support with 39 runs, while Pramod Chandila's unbeaten 36 off 16 balls ensured a strong finish. Mohammed Shami also chipped in with a quickfire unbeaten 8 off 2 deliveries.

Defending a challenging target of 209, the Strikers' bowling unit displayed discipline and aggression throughout the innings. Despite resistance from Shuvam Dey Senior (48) and Rahul Prasad (44), Shrachi Rarh Tigers were restricted to 184/9 in their allotted 20 overs.

The defining moment of the match came in the 16th over when Mohammed Shami turned the game decisively in the Strikers' favour with a stunning hat-trick, dismissing Shahbaz Ahmed, Rohit Kumar and Dipanjan Mukhopadhyay off consecutive deliveries. Earlier, he had also accounted for opener Sumanta Gupta, finishing with outstanding figures of 4/27 from four overs.

Karan Lal delivered an impactful spell as well, claiming three wickets, while Ishan Porel and Vishal Bhati chipped in with one wicket each to complete a dominant bowling effort.

The victory marks a strong start to the season for Servotech Siliguri Strikers, showcasing the team's balance, depth and determination. With both bat and ball firing in unison, the Strikers will look to build on this momentum as they continue their campaign in Bengal T20 League Season 3.

Match Summary:
• Servotech Siliguri Strikers: 208/4 in 20 overs (Vishal Bhati 86, Karan Lal 39, Pramod Chandila 36*)

• Shrachi Rarh Tigers: 184/9 in 20 overs (Shuvam Dey Senior 48, Rahul Prasad 44; Mohammed Shami 4/27, Karan Lal 3/36)

Result: Servotech Siliguri Strikers won by 24 runs.