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The Houston Open T20 came to a thrilling end with the Atlanta Fire putting on a clinical performance to defeat the Houston Stars by 46 runs and take home the title. From explosive batting to tight bowling, the Fire brought the heat — and then some.

This match wasn’t just a win. It was a statement.

🧨 Jones, Patel, and the Power of Fire

Batting first, Atlanta Fire posted a strong 176/5 — and it was Aaron Jones who lit the match. The USA international smashed 66 off 40 balls, peppering the boundary with six sixes and showing exactly why he’s one of the most exciting hitters in American cricket.

Not far behind was Sunny Patel, who scored a stylish 42 off 30 balls and later came back to pick up 3 wickets. A true all-round performance that earned him serious player-of-the-match energy.

With support from Steven Taylor (36 off 32) and clean finishing touches from the lower order, the Fire had built a target that demanded something special in response.

🌪 Houston Stars Struggle to Spark

The chase started with intent. Saiteja Mukkamalla gave the Stars hope with a quick 32 off 20 balls, but wickets kept tumbling. Once Sunny Patel and Sarabjit Ladda got into the attack, the Stars’ innings unraveled. They were bowled out for 130 in 18.2 overs.

Notable bowlers for Atlanta:

• Sunny Patel – 3/18 (4 overs)

• Sarabjit Ladda – 2/15

• Kevon Cooper – 2/23

The pressure was constant, the plans were smart, and the execution was on point.

🔎 What This Means for USA Cricket

Tournaments like the Houston Open T20 are becoming key showcases for emerging and national-level talent in the U.S. And when you’ve got players like Aaron Jones and Sunny Patel showing up big in the finals? That’s a win for everyone watching the American cricket scene grow.

At Batball USA, we’re here to cover these moments — not just the scorecards, but the stories behind them. Whether it’s national team coaching shakeups or grassroots tournament finals, we believe American cricket is building something special.

🏏 Final Word

Atlanta Fire didn’t just win a trophy — they showed the kind of composure, power, and team depth that fans want to see more of in the U.S. cricket landscape. And with more tournaments and Major League Cricket action on the horizon, we’ll be watching closely.

Congratulations to the Atlanta Fire — 2025 Houston Open T20 Champions! 🔥🏆

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