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Thailand cruise to massive 183-run victory over Mongolia

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Oct 9, 2026, 10:10 IST

Thailand dominated Mongolia in their ICC Men's T20 World Cup Asia Sub Regional Qualifier A clash, securing a 183-run win after Akshaykumar Yadav's brilliant 93 set up a total of 196.

Thailand cruise to massive 183-run victory over Mongolia

Yadav leads Thailand to commanding total

Thailand delivered a clinical performance at the Bayuemas Oval in Kuala Lumpur, dismantling Mongolia by 183 runs in Match 10 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Asia Sub Regional Qualifier A. After winning the toss and electing to bat, Thailand’s top order took control of the game, setting a formidable target that proved far beyond the reach of the opposition.

The foundation of Thailand’s 196/2 was laid by a masterful innings from Akshaykumar Yadav. Yadav anchored the side with an impressive 93 off 65 balls, dictating terms to the Mongolian bowlers throughout his stay at the crease. He found excellent support from Pattarapol Jirapatananukul, who contributed a brisk 45 off 32 balls, ensuring the scoring rate remained high. For Mongolia, Turmunkh Tumursukh was the pick of the bowlers, though he could only manage figures of 1/42 from his four overs as the Thai batters largely dictated the pace of the first innings.

Mongolia collapse in record-breaking chase

Facing a daunting target of 197, Mongolia’s reply never gained momentum. The innings was defined by a swift collapse, with the team losing four wickets in the early stages of the chase. The pressure exerted by the Thai bowling attack was immediate and relentless, leaving the Mongolian lineup with no answer to the disciplined line and length.

The turning point arrived early in the third over when Gandemberel Ganbold, who top-scored for his side with a modest 5 off 11 balls, fell at the score of 5. His dismissal effectively signaled the end of any resistance, as the remaining batters struggled to build partnerships or find the boundary. With Bat-yalalt Namsrai and the rest of the order unable to stabilize the innings, Mongolia was bundled out for just 13 runs.

Phanuphong Thongsa and Kamron Senamontree were instrumental in the demolition, ensuring that the victory was as comprehensive as the scorecard suggests. The 183-run margin stands as a testament to Thailand's dominance in all facets of the game, marking a significant result in the context of the 2026 T20 World Cup qualification series.