APL 2026: Royals Captain Das Counts on Home Advantage to Halt Warriors’ Winning Streak
Guwahati, Assam: The Stage is Set for a Thrilling Clash
As the Assam Premier League (APL) 2026 season reaches its midpoint, the stakes have never been higher. The Guwahati Royals, led by the charismatic Rishav Das, are all set to take on the table-topping Dibrugarh Warriors at the Assam Cricket Association (ACA) Stadium on Monday. With the Warriors enjoying an unbeaten run of four wins from as many matches, the Royals know that they have their work cut out for them.
Das Puts Faith in Home Support
Guwahati Royals captain Rishav Das has expressed his confidence in the team’s ability to draw inspiration from the electric atmosphere at the ACA Stadium. The skipper has been vocal about the impact of the passionate home crowd, which has been a driving force behind the team’s success so far. “The support for Guwahati Royals has been huge,” Das said in a statement. “Whenever we play our matches, we have seen a huge crowd coming into the stands to back us. Especially playing in Guwahati as the home team, we have really felt that support from the fans.”
Das’ Form a Key Factor
Das has been in scintillating form this season, currently ranking fifth on the tournament’s run-scoring charts with 123 runs at an impressive average of 41 and a strike rate of 124.24. His aggressive batting has been a key factor in the Royals’ success, and he has also made a significant impact with the ball. Das has hit a joint-highest tally of 15 fours so far in the competition, a testament to his explosive batting style.
Leadership and Team Spirit
Das has been instrumental in leading the Royals from the front, and his match-winning 60 against Nagaon Rangers was a defining moment in the team’s season so far. The skipper’s leadership has been a key factor in the team’s success, and he believes that his ability to score runs has a positive impact on the dressing room. “I am really happy with how we are performing as a team,” Das said. “Whenever the captain scores runs, the dressing room stays charged up. When you lead from the front and win games for your team, there is no better feeling than that.”
A Win on Monday Would Be a Giant Leap
A victory for the Guwahati Royals on Monday would draw them level on points with the Dibrugarh Warriors, providing a significant boost as the tournament enters its crucial phase. With the Warriors enjoying an unbeaten run, the pressure is on the Royals to deliver a performance that would give them a chance to catch up with their opponents. The stage is set for a thrilling clash, and the fans are eagerly waiting to witness the battle between two of the top teams in the competition.
The Road Ahead
As the Assam Premier League 2026 reaches its midpoint, the stakes have never been higher. The Guwahati Royals know that they have a tough task ahead of them, but they are confident in their ability to deliver a performance that would give them a chance to catch up with the table-topping Dibrugarh Warriors. The ACA Stadium is all set to witness a thrilling clash, and the fans are eagerly waiting to witness the battle between two of the top teams in the competition. Will the Royals be able to halt the Warriors’ winning streak? Only time will tell.