On August 21, Portugal defeated Spain by 57 runs in the Sub-Regional Qualifier C final at the National Cricket Field of Kerava, Finland, securing their spot in the 2027 Men’s T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier. Portugal finished the competition with a decisive victory after posting 160/6 and bowling Spain out for 103. Portugal has recently won eight of their past ten matches in the T20I format, demonstrating excellent form. Portugal now has a fantastic opportunity to earn a spot in the 2028 T20 World Cup.
Christian Munoz-Mills, the captain of Spain, won the toss and decided to field; however, his bowlers were unable to stop Portugal’s batters throughout the innings. Portugal had won all four of their group-stage games prior to winning the championship, and the outcome completed their undefeated record.
Additionally, Spain had advanced through the group stage undefeated, paving the way for a final between two teams in outstanding condition. Finland hosted the competition, which took place from August 14 to August 21. Portugal was the team that performed the best all week.
Moises Henriques scored his first century for his home country after switching from Australia to Portugal. With 12 fours and seven sixes, the right-handed batsman amassed 111 runs off just 51 balls. Portugal scored 211 runs at the cost of six wickets in their 20 overs thanks to Henriques’ effort. Before the weather played a spoilsport, the Czech Republic’s reply was at 24 runs for the cost of five wickets in 8.5 overs. Portugal ultimately prevailed because, according to the DLS system, they were ahead by 91 runs.
Moises Henriques, who was born in Portugal, last represented Australia internationally in 2021. At the age of 39, he returned to international cricket after five years. He made a comeback for his own country as captain of the Portuguese cricket team. Moises Henriques has represented Portugal in three Twenty20 Internationals thus far. Henriques has scored 150 and 100 runs at an average of 89.00 in these three games.
