Pune Panthers Storm Into Final After Six-Wicket Thriller Win Against Rajasthan Lions

Pune Panthers delivered a high-pressure chase to defeat Rajasthan Lions by six wickets in Semi Final 1 of the World Legends Pro T20 League 2026 at the 1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium in Goa.

Batting first, Rajasthan Lions piled up an imposing 213/6 in 20 overs, setting up what looked like a match-defining total. However, the Panthers responded with fearless intent, finishing at 217/4 to complete one of the tournament’s most memorable run chases.

The chase was anchored by Samiullah Shinwari, who struck a brisk 53 off 30 balls and earned Player of the Match honors for his all-round composure under pressure. He found the perfect finishing partner in Robin Uthappa, whose explosive 32 off just 12 deliveries shifted momentum decisively in the death overs.

A decisive 19th over yielding 16 runs brought the equation firmly in Pune’s favor before the winning boundary sealed their place in the final, capping a clinical pursuit of a massive target.

With this victory, the Panthers march into the title clash brimming with confidence, while the Lions bow out despite posting one of the highest totals of the knockout stage.