Yakub’s all-round burst lifts P.d Titans in tight three-run finish

P.d Titans held their nerve in a tight six-over contest, defeating Peddapadu Lion by three runs after a tense finish. P.d Titans posted 46-3 in 4.0 overs, while Peddapadu Lion reached 43-4 in 4.4 overs. Yakub was the decisive figure for the winners. He struck a brisk 24 from 10 balls, including one four and two sixes, to give P.d Titans valuable momentum. He then backed up his batting with two wickets for 14 runs from 1.4 overs. Peddapadu Lion’s reply was led by Yesma, who made 14 from eight deliveries with two fours, while Aadi contributed 12 from nine balls and added one boundary. Their efforts kept the chase competitive, but P.d Titans continued to find key breakthroughs. Yesma and Nani claimed one wicket each for Peddapadu Lion, with Yesma conceding 10 runs and Nani 13. The narrow margin underlined the pressure of the closing phase, as P.d Titans protected their total and secured the contest. Yakub was named Player of the Match for his influential contribution in both innings.