Fakhrurazi Erupts as AJ Stars Cruise Past Richmond in GOM Intra V6 Clash

The AJ Stars delivered a commanding performance at Court B on Thursday night, defeating Richmond 95-68 in their GOM Intra V6 5th and 6th Placing matchup. What began as a closely contested affair quickly turned into a one-sided battle as the Stars found their rhythm and pulled away with a dominant display on both ends of the court.

The game started with Richmond keeping pace, trailing by just two points after the opening quarter. However, AJ Stars stepped up the intensity in the second period, creating a comfortable advantage heading into halftime. Their defensive execution in the third quarter proved decisive, restricting Richmond to just nine points and turning the contest firmly in their favor.

The night belonged to Muhammad Fakhrurazi, who delivered an extraordinary individual performance with a staggering 47 points. His ability to penetrate the Richmond defense and consistently find scoring opportunities provided the spark that powered AJ Stars throughout the game. The victory was also built on a strong team effort, with Raja Ahmad Riza controlling the tempo and nearly recording a triple-double with 10 points, 13 rebounds, and 7 assists. Tan Shi Miao added 11 points and 6 rebounds, contributing to the Stars' consistent offensive pressure.

Richmond faced a difficult challenge against an AJ Stars side firing on all cylinders. We Kai Xian led Richmond with 17 points and 9 rebounds, while Shahrizal Mohd contributed 12 points. Leong Soon Meng added 10 points as Richmond continued to battle despite the growing deficit. The visitors showed resilience in the fourth quarter, edging AJ Stars in scoring during the final period. However, the damage had already been done, and the Stars' commanding third-quarter performance proved too much to overcome.

With the 95-68 victory, AJ Stars secured 5th place in the GOM Intra V6 standings, while Richmond finished 6th. The result capped off a memorable tournament campaign for both teams, with AJ Stars showcasing their offensive firepower and defensive discipline when it mattered most. For Richmond, the matchup provided valuable experience and a chance to reflect on their tournament journey. Both teams can take pride in their efforts throughout CBL GOM Intra V6, leaving it all on the court in their final battle of the competition.