The Sunday Elite League Division 2 clash at PKVR Park on January 4, 2026, saw DLSW Knights secure a comfortable five-wicket win over SLCC Serendib Lions. Winning the toss and electing to bat, the Lions struggled against disciplined bowling and were dismissed for just 89 in 41 overs. Kashif Mehmood fought hard with a patient 20 off 59 balls, while Abdul Osman added 15 and Kamran Anwer chipped in with 19. However, regular wickets kept the Lions under pressure, with Sheehan Audrey Sivanandam (3 for 21), Ashraf Ehtesham (2 for 9), and Saqib Mahmood (2 for 15) leading the charge.

In reply, Knights’ skipper Butt Suleman Nasim opened the batting and set the tone with a brisk 17 off 18 balls. He was supported by Mohammad Uzair Iqbal, who contributed 21, and Preet Mangukiya, who added a fluent 24 off 24 deliveries. Despite a brief wobble with four wickets falling between 37 and 79, the chase was never truly in doubt. Kamran Anwer, who had earlier top-scored for the Lions, struck back with the ball to claim four wickets, but the Knights’ lower order held firm. Haris Muhammad (12 not out) and Waqas Ali (4 not out) guided their side home in the 17th over, finishing at 94 for 5.

The result highlighted the Knights’ superior balance, with their bowlers dismantling the Lions’ batting and their top order providing enough runs to secure victory. For the Lions, it was a disappointing outing after choosing to bat first, as their inability to build partnerships proved costly. The Knights, meanwhile, march forward with confidence, showcasing both bowling depth and batting resilience in a well-rounded performance.