The 2025 Isuzu Men’s T20 Smash, sponsored by Boroko Motors, launched into full swing on Saturday 10th May 2025 at Amini Park in Port Moresby, delivering two action-packed matches that thrilled local cricket fans. Cricket PNG stated that the highly anticipated tournament features four franchises:

• Mudmen
• Cassowaries
• Mariners
• Black Bass

“The tournament provides an exciting platform for elite and emerging cricketers to showcase their skills with the goal of catching the eyes of selectors for potential inclusion in the PNG national team, the Barramundis,” Cricket PNG said. Match 1: Mariners vs Cassowaries The tournament opener saw Cassowaries Men edge out Mariners Men in a nail-biting finish, winning by 2 wickets. Cassowaries won the toss and elected to bowl, holding Mariners to 101/7 in their 20 overs. In reply, Cassowaries reached 102/8, clinching the win with just two wickets to spare. Peter Molean Karoho starred with a match-winning all-round performance and was deservingly named Player of the Match. Match 2: Mudmen vs Black Bass In the afternoon showdown, Black Bass Men seized the win with a 7-wicket victory over Mudmen. Batting first, the Mudmen posted 114/8, but Black Bass chased it down in 17.3 overs, powered by a captain’s knock from Sese Bau, who smashed an unbeaten 70 to lead his side home. The Barramundis top-order batter was declared Player of the Match for his innings. Spotlight on Regional Talent, this year’s Isuzu Men’s T20 Smash proudly features 16 players from outside the National Capital District (NCD), reflecting Cricket PNG’s commitment to bringing out regional talent. This includes:

• 5 from Tubusereia (Central Province),
• 3 from Lae (Morobe Province)
• - 2 from Keapara (Central Province),
• - 2 from Hula (Central Province),
• 1 from Alukuni (Central Province),
• 1 from Makerupu (Central Province),
• 1 from Alotau (Milne Bay Province)
• 1 from Kimbe (West New Britain Province) These selections reinforce the tournament’s nationwide reach and depth of cricketing potential.

Cricket fans can catch match highlights, full scorecards, and live updates by following the Cricket PNG Facebook page and by visiting the website www.cricketpng.org.pg. Links to live streaming will be updated each day at https://www.facebook.com/cricketpng. "Don’t miss the cricket action! Head down to Amini Park to cheer on your favourite teams and players as they battle it out for pride, performance and a shot at Barramundis selection,” Cricket PNG said.