History Made in Bali: Sohail Father and Son Duo Represent Timor-Leste Against Indonesia 🏏🇹🇱
Bali, Indonesia – November 8, 2025
A truly historic and heartwarming moment unfolded in the world of international cricket today, as Timor-Leste fielded the first known father-son duo in an official T20 International (T20I) match. During the Bali Bash International T20 Rising East Tri-Series 2025, veteran player Muhammad Sohail Sattar (the father) took the field alongside his son, Muhammad Yahya Suhail (the son), representing the emerging cricket nation of Timor-Leste against the hosts, Indonesia.
A Unique Milestone in T20I History
The sight of both Sohail Sattar and his son Yahya Suhail sharing the international arena is a unique milestone, marking an incredible family story woven into the fabric of the sport. Sohail Sattar, a pivotal figure in Timor-Leste’s cricket journey, got the rare opportunity to mentor and play alongside his son, symbolizing the legacy and future of the game in the Southeast Asian nation.
The duo were both named in the playing XI for the clash against Indonesia, a match in the series marking Timor-Leste’s early forays into the T20I format following their recent Associate Membership status.
Performance in the Match
While Timor-Leste struggled against a dominant Indonesian side, who secured a 10-wicket victory in the Match 4 fixture, the focus remained on the unique duo’s contribution.
- Muhammad Yahya Suhail featured with the bat, staying out for a resilient 10 runs off 39 balls, demonstrating patience in a challenging innings.
- Muhammad Sohail Sattar, a solid all-rounder for the team, played his part in the middle order and contributed his experience to a youthful side.
The match, which saw Timor-Leste restricted to 59/9 in their 20 overs, will nonetheless be etched in the annals of cricketing history not for the result, but for the unprecedented family achievement it hosted.
For Timor-Leste, which is rapidly building its cricket program, the joint appearance of the two Suhail’s underscores the deep family roots and passion driving the development of the sport. This moment serves as a powerful inspiration for aspiring cricketers across the country and the wider region.