Elite 18

Elite 18 Star Performer – Md Al-Amin ⚡

Across the entire NKRCT 2025 tournament, Al-Amin proved to be a true asset for Elite 18. His allround brilliance played a vital role in our journey to the championship.

4 Matches
73 Runs
10 Sixes
5 Wickets
Batting Average 18.25
2 Catches
2 Times Player of the Match

Leading from the Front – Captain Khan Badhon

Matches: 4
Total Runs: 75
Batting Average: 37.5
Sixes: 8 | Fours: 4
Catches: 3
Player of the Match: 2 Times

We came. We played. We conquered. ELITE 18 ⭐⚡

Elite 18 seal dominant 9-wicket win over defending champions Royals 17
NKRCT 2025 – Quarter Final | Match 09 | Elite 18 vs Royals - 17

In one of the most anticipated encounters of the tournament, Elite 18 delivered a complete team performance, eliminating NKRCT 2024 champions and securing a spot in the semi-finals.

Batting first, Royals 17 struggled from the outset. Naeem Ahmed struck twice in the opening over, while নাহিয়ান খান নিরব dismissed the former tournament MVP Rabbi Bhai—thanks to a sharp catch by Elite18 captain Badhon at long-on. The middle overs saw Md Al-Amin maintain tight control, before Redwan Ahmed wrapped things up with a sensational spell: 3 wickets in just 5 balls. Royals 17 were allout for just 63 in 7.5 overs.

Chasing 64 in 8 overs, Elite 18 batted with intent and composure. Our captain Khan Badhon continued his fine form with an unbeaten 29*, supported by Romi Hossen’s quickfire 19*. The target was chased down in just 4.2 overs—completing a thoroughly one-sided affair.

Score Summary:
Royals 17 – 63 all out (7.5 overs)
Elite 18 – 65/1 (4.2 overs)
Result: Elite 18 won by 9 wickets

A clinical performance from Elite 18 now marching confidently into the semi-finals.

Match 07 | NKRCT 2025 | Group Stage
Elite 18 vs Fierce Falcons of 15 Match Summary

A commanding victory by Elite 18 as they secure a 32 runs win over Fierce Falcons of 15.

Batting Highlights:

Khan Badhon set the tone with a solid 36 at the top. Naeem Ahmed played the finisher's role with a calm and composed 24 not out*. Mahmudul supported well with 5 not out*.

Bowling Brilliance:

Naeem Ahmed delivered with the ball too, picking up 2 wickets for just 12 runs. Redwan Ahmed maintained the pressure with a tidy spell of 2/17. নাহিয়ান খান নিরব added value with 1/17, keeping things tight.

Fierce Falcons of 15 tried to chase down the target with contributions from:

Robi Bhaiya – 14
Parvez Bhaiya – 14
Milon Bhaiya – 10* (Not Out)

But tight bowling from Elite 18 restricted them to 64/6 in 8 overs.

With this comprehensive win, Elite 18 finishes the group stage strong and officially qualifies for the NKRCT 2025 Quarter Finals.

Group Stage – Match 07 | NKRCT 2025
Elite 18 vs Fierce Falcons of 15
Result: Elite 18 won by 32 runs

A solid start to the campaign for Elite 18.
Every bowler stepped up and delivered when the team needed it most. Here's how the bowling unit sealed the game:

Md Al-Amin 2 Overs | 18 Runs | 1 Wicket
Impact: Gave Elite the first breakthrough of the innings. Applied pressure from the very beginning and kept things tight.

নাহিয়ান খান নিরব 2 Overs | 17 Runs | 1 Wicket
Impact: Broke a crucial stand in the middle overs. Maintained good rhythm and control that kept the scoreboard from running away.

Naeem Ahmed 2 Overs | 12 Runs | 2 Wickets
Impact: The turning point of the match. His double strike shifted the momentum completely towards Elite 18 and broke the back of Fierce Falcons of 15's chase.

Redwan Ahmed 2 Overs | 17 Runs | 2 Wickets
Impact: Stepped up in crunch time. Two key wickets in the final stretch ensured Fierce Falcons of 15 couldn’t recover.

Fierce Falcons of 15 – 64/6 (8 Overs)
Elite 18 wins by 32 runs.

Elite 18 wins by 32 runs | Match 07 - NKRCT 2025
Elite 18 vs Fierce Falcons of 15
Fierce Falcons of 15 Batting Summary

Fierce Falcons of 15 couldn’t chase down the target of 95, finishing at 64/6.
A great start to the tournament for Elite 18.

Fierce Falcons of 15 Bowling Summary
Match 07 - NKRCT 2025
Elite 18 VS Fierce Falcons of 15

Fierce Falcons of 15 tried to stop Elite 18 with some good spells.
ROBI Bhaiya kept things tight with 1 wicket for just 16 runs, and SHAWON Bhaiya picked up back to back 2 wickets.
But giving away 26 extras made things harder.
Elite18 took the chance well and scored a strong total of 95/4 in 8 overs.

Elite 18’s opening match at NKRCT 2025
Elite 18 VS Fierce Falcons of 15
Elite 18 Batting Summary - Match No 7

We kicked off the tournament with a confident total of 95/4 in 8 overs.
Our captain Khan Badhon gave us the perfect start with a quickfire 36 runs, setting the tone early.
Later Naeem Ahmed anchored the innings with an unbeaten 24*

Elite 18 set a target of 95 for Fierce Falcons 15.

Under the fearless leadership of Khan Badhon
Elite 18 rises as the Nayankhan Re-union Cricket Tournament Season 3 Champions. ⚡🏆⭐