Sikandar Raza's Last-Ball Heroics Secure Thrilling Win for Paarl Royals

In a nail-biting SA20 encounter, Sikandar Raza hit a six off the final ball to seal a six-wicket victory for Paarl Royals against Durban Super Giants. Raza's performance capped off a record run chase at Boland Park, with the Royals now positioned second on the points table.

Paarl Royals' fans were sent into a frenzy as Sikandar Raza hit a six off the final ball, securing a six-wicket win over Durban Super Giants at Boland Park. With six runs needed off David Wiese's last over, Raza's clutch moment ensured a thrilling victory in the SA20 tournament.

The win marked the highest successful run chase at Boland Park after the Super Giants posted an intimidating 186/5. Raza contributed significantly, finishing unbeaten on 27 runs from 13 balls, supported by Rubin Hermann and Dan Lawrence who provided crucial half-centuries to sustain the chase.

A vital third-wicket partnership of 106 runs from 61 balls between Hermann and Lawrence laid the foundation. Lawrence's aggressive approach dismantled DSG's spinners with powerful hits off Harmer and Livingstone, providing momentum to the Royals' innings.

In contrast, Royals' spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman bowled economically, taking 2/22 against the Giants' formidable batting order. Despite strong contributions from Aiden Markram and the explosive finishes by Livingstone and Klaasen, DSG fell short.

The victory elevated Royals to second place with 19 points, overtaking Sunrisers. Super Giants, in fifth place with 14 points, face a decisive match against the Royals in the final round-robin game at Kingsmead.

(With inputs from agencies.)