The third regional round of the Algerian Cup in the Batna league saw significant upsets as clubs from lower divisions eliminated four teams from the inter-regional championship. The matches were highly competitive, with several outcomes determined by penalty shootouts. Notable qualifiers included Nadjm Tazougaght, Ahly Bordj, and JS Ras El Oued, the latter causing a major surprise by ousting Amel Boussaada. Other teams advancing to the next stage after intense encounters were Sporting Bordj, Olympe Medjana, and Saria Bordj Ghedir.