Saudi Arabia vs Singapore T20 2025: In a commanding display of all-round cricket, Saudi Arabia thrashed Singapore by 7 wickets with 35 balls to spare in the 10th T20 of the One-off series held at Bayuemas Cricket Oval on Tuesday. The Saudi side outclassed their opponents in every department, chasing down the modest target of 113 runs in just 14.1 overs.
After winning the toss, Singapore opted to bat first—a decision that did not yield the desired outcome. Their innings never gained momentum, stumbling to 112/8 in their allotted 20 overs. Wicketkeeper-batsman Manpreet Singh was the standout performer for Singapore, scoring a steady 40 off 33 balls. He was well-supported by Chandramauli Sridev, who chipped in with 29 from 36 deliveries. However, no other batter could capitalize on the platform, resulting in a below-par total.
The Saudi bowlers were on point from the beginning, with Ishtiaq Ahmad emerging as the hero of the day. The right-arm spinner delivered a match-winning spell of 3/20 in his full quota of 4 overs, earning him the well-deserved Player of the Match award. Zain Ul Abidin also wreaked havoc with the new ball, finishing with brilliant figures of 3/10, effectively dismantling Singapore’s top order.
Chasing 113 for victory, Saudi Arabia started their innings aggressively. Opener Abdul Waheed laid the foundation with a quick-fire 42 off just 28 balls, striking with authority and ease. Usman Khalid provided valuable support with a fluent 28 from 23 deliveries, while Faizan Tahir remained unbeaten on 20 off 16 balls to steer his team to victory with more than five overs to spare.
Despite valiant efforts from Singapore’s bowlers—Vedant Nagpaul (1/22), Daksh Tyagi (1/24), and Harsh Venkataram (1/25)—they couldn’t contain the Saudi batters on a pitch that offered little assistance.
This win reflects Saudi Arabia’s growing strength in international T20 cricket, showcasing a balanced team with both bowling firepower and batting depth. For Singapore, it’s back to the drawing board as they search for answers to improve their consistency in the shortest format.
Match Summary:
Singapore – 112/8 (20 overs)
- Manpreet Singh – 40 (33)
- Chandramauli Sridev – 29 (36)
- Zain Ul Abidin – 3/10 (4)
- Ishtiaq Ahmad – 3/20 (4)
Saudi Arabia – 115/3 (14.1 overs)
- Abdul Waheed – 42 (28)
- Usman Khalid – 28 (23)
- Faizan Tahir – 20* (16)
- Vedant Nagpaul – 1/22 (4)
- Daksh Pratap Singh Tyagi – 1/24 (4)
- Harsh Venkataram – 1/25 (3)
Player of the Match: Ishtiaq Ahmad (3/20 in 4 overs)
Saudi Arabia will take a lot of confidence from this performance as they continue building their credentials in international cricket. Singapore, meanwhile, will need to regroup and work on their shortcomings to bounce back stronger in upcoming fixtures.
