In an intense Division I clash on October 20, 2024, WOCC1 triumphed over the Warriors in a nail-biting finish at Differdange. After winning the toss, the Warriors elected to bowl first. WOCC1 posted a challenging total of 132 runs in 19.3 overs, with Oves Ali Musa leading the charge through a quick-fire 42 off 37 balls, including two boundaries and three sixes. Aman Khan added a valuable 29 off 23 balls. The Warriors’ bowlers displayed resilience, with Shameek Vats taking 1 for 22 and Asgar Ali claiming 2 wickets for 24 runs. The Warriors’ fielding was sharp, contributing to two crucial run-outs that put pressure on WOCC1.
Chasing 133 for victory, the Warriors started cautiously but lost wickets at regular intervals. Despite a spirited 35 off 21 balls from Shameek Vats, they managed only 125 runs before being bowled out in 19.4 overs, falling short by 7 runs. WOCC1’s bowlers, especially Edmund Packard, who bowled 4 economical overs for just 9 runs, kept the pressure on, along with Hashmat Momand, who took 1 wicket for 28 runs. WOCC1’s balanced bowling and fielding efforts ultimately secured them a hard-fought, narrow victory over the Warriors.