Perth Tuskers vs Moscow Lions — Full Match Report & Statistical Breakdown
LPL • Moscow Lions won the match by 5 wicket.
Key Match Highlights
1. Match Overview & Context
In this 20-over encounter of LPL, Perth Tuskers took on Moscow Lions on Mar 8, 2026, 06:28 AM. After competitive cricket across both innings, the fixture concluded with the official result: Moscow Lions won the match by 5 wicket.. Across the match, spectators witnessed a combined total of 453 runs and 7 wickets fall between Perth Tuskers (225/2 in 20.0 overs) and Moscow Lions (228/5 in 19.4 overs).
2. Perth Tuskers Innings Breakdown (225/2)
Batting in the first innings, Perth Tuskers finished on 225/2 from 20.0 overs, maintaining an innings run rate of 11.25 runs per over. During the opening 6 overs, Perth Tuskers accumulated 55 runs for the loss of 2 wickets. Dhananjay De Silva spearheaded the batting effort with 103 runs off 54 balls (including 9 fours and 6 sixes at a strike rate of 190.7). Valuable middle-order support came from Kane Williamson , who contributed 103 runs off 60 deliveries, while Tim Seifert added 19 (5b). With the ball in the first innings, Pat Cummins led the bowling figures with 1/36 in 4.0 overs (economy 9.00), assisted by Harpreet Brar (1/46 in 4.0 overs).
3. Moscow Lions Chase & Second Innings Summary (228/5)
Pursuing a target of 226 runs for victory, Moscow Lions recorded 228/5 in 19.4 overs at a scoring rate of 11.59 runs per over. Kusal Mendis anchored the chase for Moscow Lions with 110 runs from 61 balls (7 fours, 9 sixes, strike rate 180.3), alongside Kyle Myers who chipped in with 52 off 16 balls. Defending the total, Dhananjay De Silva delivered a key spell of 2/61 across 3.4 overs at an economy rate of 16.64, while H.Singh finished with 1/37 (4.0 overs).
4. Partnerships, Fielding & CricÓ MVP Standings
The highest batting stand of the match was forged by Dhananjay De Silva and Kane Williamson (Perth Tuskers), who combined for 202 runs off 110 balls. In the field, both sides combined for 1 catch, 0 run-outs, and 0 stumpings, with H.Singh making a notable impact in the outfield. According to the CricÓ MVP & Player Points engine—which evaluates runs, boundaries, strike rate milestones, wickets, dot balls, bowling economy, and fielding dismissals—Dhananjay De Silva (Perth Tuskers) topped the match rankings with 233.0 total points, followed closely by Kusal Mendis (156.0 points). Official Player of the Match honors were awarded to Kusal Mendis .