KABUL, Afghanistan — The Amo Sharks claimed their first-ever Shpageeza Cricket League title after defeating the Band-e-Amir Dragons by seven wickets in the final match of the 2024 tournament in Kabul on Saturday.
In a closely contested match, the Dragons set a challenging target of 179 runs, losing only one wicket. Sediqullah Attal led the Dragons with 75 runs off 57 deliveries, while skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi added an impressive 78 runs.
The Amo Sharks, however, successfully chased down the target, losing seven wickets along the way and securing their first championship in the history of the Shpageeza Cricket League.
The 2024 Shpageeza League, which began on August 12, featured five teams: Amo Sharks, Band-e-Amir Dragons, Boost Defenders, Speenghar Tigers, and Mis-e-Ainak Knights. The tournament drew attention from cricket fans across the region, with the Afghanistan Cricket Board inviting international commentators Roshan Abeysinghe from Sri Lanka and Devender Kumar from India to cover the event.
The Sharks’ victory marks a significant milestone in Afghan cricket, highlighting the growing talent and competitive spirit within the country’s domestic league.
