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Time of India
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
UAE create history in Sharjah, down Bangladesh for first-ever T20I series triumph
UAE team after the historic series win. (Pic credit: UAE Cricket) The United Arab Emirates created history on Wednesday at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium , sealing their first-ever T20I bilateral series triumph over Bangladesh with a convincing seven-wicket win in the final match of the three-game series. The victory gave UAE a 2-1 series result, marking a significant milestone in the country's cricketing journey. Alishan Sharafu struck the winning boundary through covers to cap off a dominant chase of 163 and sparked euphoric celebrations among his teammates. The win not only gave UAE their maiden series victory over a Full Member nation in T20Is but also dealt Bangladesh a heavy blow less than a year before the ICC T20 World Cup. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! After the win, Player of the Match Sharafu said, 'The plan was simple, to play as many balls as possible. We had to rotate the strike and get the odd boundaries. Everyone was optimistic once that third game was announced. We believed we could win the series.' Who's that IPL player? The series began with a 27-run defeat for UAE, but the hosts staged a remarkable comeback, chasing down 206 in the second T20I to level the series. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Đăng ký Undo In the decider, UAE's bowlers laid the foundation with a clinical display after electing to field. Young left-arm spinner Haider Ali was the star with the ball, rattling Bangladesh's top order and finishing with figures of 3 for 7. Want to bring Mumbai's 'Khadoos' cricket mindset to the UAE team: Lalchand Rajput Despite cameos from Tanzid Hasan (40 off 18), Jaker Ali (41 off 34), and Hasan Mahmud (26* off 15), Bangladesh were restricted to 162/9, thanks to disciplined bowling and sharp fielding. In response, UAE lost skipper Muhammad Waseem early, and Muhammad Zohaib contributed 29 before falling. But Sharafu (68* off 51) stood tall, anchoring the innings with elegance and composure. He found a reliable ally in Asif Khan (41*), as the duo stitched an unbeaten 87-run partnership that dismantled Bangladesh's hopes. Asif's twin sixes in the penultimate over brought UAE to the brink, and Sharafu fittingly finished the job to etch UAE's name into the record books. UAE captain and Player of the Series Waseem was emotional after the historic win and said: 'Very happy with this victory... This series means a lot. The uncapped players did really well—Haider Ali was exceptional. To be honest, we didn't lose our hopes. First time I am receiving this trophy; I want to dedicate this award to my son.' 'Definitely our performance wasn't up to the mark... UAE bowlers played really well. Their batters didn't panic much, so credit goes to them,' Bangladesh captain Litton Das admitted his team fell short. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
UAE stage historic win over Bangladesh in second T20I
UAE's win marks their first ever victory over The Tigers in the T20 format (Image via X/@EmiratesCricket) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) stunned the cricketing world with a thrilling victory over Bangladesh in the second T20I, as part of a three-match series. The historic win, achieved on Monday, May 19, saw the UAE chase down a daunting target of 205 set by their opponents. Played at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, UAE's chase saw them score 29 runs in the last 12 balls to tie the series, forcing a decider. Despite the fall of two wickets in the final two overs, UAE's impressive turnaround was propelled by the impressive knocks by skipper Muhammad Waseem and a six by Dhruv Parashar in a tense final over. As the UAE secured victory, the team also set a record in the process. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The mammoth 205 run chase is the biggest ever successful chase achieved by an Associate Nation against an ICC Full Member. Bangladesh's impressive 205 at the cost of five wickets was achieved thanks to a Tanzin Hasan 59 off 33 balls and a Litton Das 40 form 32 deliveries. With the experience of Mustafizur Rahman missing from the squad, who is in the Delhi Capitals camp for IPL 2025, Bangladesh struggled when it was their turn to bowl. Want to bring Mumbai's 'Khadoos' cricket mindset to the UAE team: Lalchand Rajput A part of UAE's victory can also be credited to the fact that their middle-order stood firm in the face of a daunting challenge after Bangladeshi bowlers claimed both openers Zohaib Khan and Muhammed Waseem with five overs and 48 runs to get. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Médico revela: 'esse tipo de magnésio está mudando a vida de meus pacientes' AlwaysFit Saiba Mais Undo Poll Do you believe UAE can win the deciding match against Bangladesh? Yes, they have the momentum No, Bangladesh will bounce back The nail-biting chase finally came to fruition with a ball left, as Haider Ali attempted a risky double, narrowly making it in time to the crease. Jubilant UAE players broke away in celebration as a frustrated Bangladesh contingent soaked in the defeat. The series will be decided in the third and final match, set to be played on May 21. While Bangladesh remain favourites to win, momentum has shifted in UAE's favour following the thrilling win. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Want to bring Mumbai's 'Khadoos' cricket mindset to the UAE team: Lalchand Rajput
UAE head coach Lalchand Rajput expressed his desire to instill Mumbai's fierce 'Khadoos' cricket mindset in the UAE team. Over the years, he has served as head coach of India, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, and now the United Arab Emirates. He was also the cricket manager of the Indian team that clinched the inaugural T20 World Cup title in 2007. A former India international, Rajput represented the country in two Tests and four ODIs between 1985 and 1987. Read More
