Dimapur, January 17 (MExN): Lhomithi SC and Esa Warriors registered convincing victories in their respective matches of the third season of the Seniors Masters League 2025-2026.
In the first match, Kohima Legends won the toss and elected to bat, posting a competitive 165 for 2 in their allotted 20 overs. Thejaselhou Yhome anchored the innings with a solid 67, while Veri contributed 39 and Tapito Thupitopr added 27 to provide valuable support.
In reply, Lhomithi SC produced a dominant batting performance, cruising to 168 for 2 to seal an easy and convincing victory. Enam Uddin starred with a match-winning masterclass, scoring the first century of SML Season 3 and guiding his side to the target with ease. For his decisive knock, Enam Uddin was adjudged Man of the Match.
In the second match, Esa Warriors won the toss and opted to bat, managing 137 for 9 in 20 overs. The top order laid the foundation with useful contributions to take Esa to a defendable total.
Chasing the target, Kohima Old Boys struggled early as their top order failed to fire. Khriesamhalie Yhome waged a lone battle with a well-compiled 49, but found little support from the other end.
The Esa Warriors bowling unit delivered a clinical performance to shut down the chase. Rakesh led the attack with an impressive four-wicket haul, while Alongba and Raza chipped in with three wickets apiece. For his match-defining spell, Rakesh was named Man of the Match.
