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Fazilka Falcons edge Ludhiana Lions by one run in Shere-e-Punjab T20 League
In the 2026 Shere-e-Punjab T20 League, Fazilka Falcons defeated Ludhiana Lions by one run. Shubman Gill contributed 40 runs from 21 balls for the Falcons. Arshdeep Singh bowled four overs and gave away 51 runs, the most expensive spell of the match. Media reports noted that the IPL holds the world record for the fastest century in T20 league history, surpassing the BBL, CPL and PSL. Shubman Gill's IPL season total of 732 runs was highlighted, and he asserted that his form strengthens his claim for a place in India's T20I side. The match outcome and individual performances were confirmed by the league's official scorecard.
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- Centre (2): Hindustan (Hindi), The Lallantop
- Right (1): Aaj Tak