Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], June 18 (ANI): The Ranchi Titans became the first team to seal a spot in the semi-finals of the Jharkhand T20 Cricket League 2026 after pulling off a clinical six-wicket victory over the Jamshedpur Steelers.Joining them in the final four are the Koylanchal Super Kings, who also guaranteed their qualification based on the current points table standings, according to a release.Earlier in the day, the Dhanbad Diamonds kept their campaign alive by securing their maiden victory of the season with a commanding win over the Santhal Strikers at the JSCA International Stadium Complex.In the first match of the day, after being put into bat first, the Santhal Strikers posted a formidable total of 183/6 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was built on a magnificent 101-run partnership for the third wicket between Arvind Kumar, who smashed a blistering 62 off 41 balls and Kumar Suraj, who contributed a solid 41.Sumit Kumar provided a late flourish with a quickfire 25 off 16 deliveries. For the Dhanbad Diamonds, Vivekanand Tiwari was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 2/33 in his four overs, while pacers Sushant Mishra (1/23) and Meet Jain (1/27) picked up a wicket apiece.Chasing a demanding target of 184, the Dhanbad Diamonds launched their response with intent as openers Vikash Kumar Vishal and Aryaman Sen (32) stitched together a crucial 50-run opening stand.Then, player of the match Aditya Singh turned up the heat, punishing the bowlers with a rapid 59 off just 32 balls to put the Diamonds firmly in the driver’s seat.Ultimately, it was opening batsman Vikash Kumar Vishal who finished the job, remaining unbeaten on a spectacular 79* off 56 balls to take his team across the line at 185/3 in 18.4 overs. For the Santhal Strikers, Manishi claimed 2/37, while Ashish Kumar finished with figures of 1/37.In the evening fixture, the Jamshedpur Steelers recovered well from a slow start to post a highly competitive 179/6 in their 20 overs. Sahil Raj spearheaded the attack, remaining unbeaten and top-scoring with a fiery 61* off just 32 balls.He found an able ally in MD Kounain Quraishi, who also remained not out with a well-compiled 60* off 40 balls to set up a big finish. For the Ranchi Titans, Yuvraj Kumar was the standout bowler, returning efficient figures of 2/20 in his three overs.Chasing a target of 180, the Ranchi Titans’ batters made light work of the pursuit, cruising home to reach 180/4 in exactly 18 overs. Player of the Match Shikhar Mohan anchored the chase flawlessly with a brilliant and unbeaten 82* off 49 balls.He was sensationally supported by Satya Setu, who blasted a rapid 57 off just 29 deliveries to help their team clinch a comfortable 6-wicket victory with 12 balls to spare. With the ball, Harsh Rana was the top performer for the Jamshedpur Steelers, taking 2/33 in his four overs.The action continues on 19th June 2026 with Dhanbad Diamonds taking on Koylanchal Super Kings at 1 pm. This afternoon clash will be followed by a prime-time battle between Chota Nagpur Royals and Santhal Strikers at 6:30 pm. (ANI)(This content is sourced from a syndicated feed and is published as received. The Tribune assumes no responsibility or liability for its accuracy, completeness, or content.)