Sonargaon University cruise to five-wicket win

Sonargaon University cruised to a five-wicket victory over American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB), chasing down a target of 118 with seven overs to spare in the opening match of the ABG University Cup 2026 at Anvir Cricket Stadium, ABG Sports City, on Sunday.

AIUB struggled with the bat, managing 117-8 in their allotted 20 overs.

AIUB lost four wickets for just 31 runs inside seven overs before Azmir and Mustahid attempted to rebuild the innings with a 39-run fifth-wicket partnership.

After their stand was broken, Leon provided late resistance with an unbeaten 31. Azmir top-scored for AIUB with 45 runs.

Asif led Sonargaon University’s bowling attack, claiming three wickets for 26 runs, while Jibon picked up two wickets for 24 runs.

Sonargaon reached the target in just 13 overs, losing five wickets to begin their campaign with a convincing win.

Bashundhara Strikers captain Shezaad Akbar Sobhan presents the Player of the Match award after Sonargaon University beat AIUB by five wickets in the opening match of the ABG University Cup 2026 at Anvir Cricket Stadium, ABG Sports City, on Sunday.