Hello and welcome to the highlights of match 26 between MI Emirates vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at Sheikh Zayed Stadium. The Abu Dhabi Knight Riders team won the toss and opted to bowl first. The MI Emirates opener batsmen Andre Fletcher and Muhammad Waseen started well in the powerplay.
Watch all the highlights, Analysis, Results, and MOM of the Post Match 26, where the MI Emirates faced the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders team
MI Emirates vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Post Match 26 Highlights and Results in ILT20 2023
Waseem scored 60 points after the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders dropped him thrice in his inning after dropping him three times. The hard-hitting batter made full use of those opportunities and helped his team find their groove.
A few sweeps and scoops were played by Lorcan Tucker, but he was retired out for 33 seconds later. The decision proved to be a blessing, as Kieron Pollard came in and smashed the ball everywhere. In a mediocre day on the field, ADKR scored 43, which included four fours and three sixes.
MI Emirates vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Match 26 Results
MI Emirates won by 18 runs
It is another win for MI Emirates. Another defeat for the Knight Riders. They needed to chase down 181 and lost by 18 runs. Stirling fell early, and they lost regular wickets after that. As Dre Russ attempted to recover from his fall, the wounds were opened up again. Narine hit two to the fence, but even that lasted a short time. Bravo picked up important wickets and that led MIE to victory. There is one more game left for the Knight Riders to salvage their victory.
Sunil Narine: It was a good start, but unfortunately, they capitalized in the last seven overs. It is possible to plan, but sometimes planning does not work. Pollard has been batting very well.
Kevin Pollard – The Player of the Match in MIE vs ADKR
Pollard: As long as we qualify, that’s all that matters. We were behind the 8-ball, but the pitch played a role. If a decision didn’t work, you get criticized. Tucker played well.
For winning games, we are willing to think outside the box. The old guy (Bravo) has shown his experience. We acknowledge his presence. It takes time to understand team dynamics. Zahoor has done well for UAE and T10. We scouted him pretty early. We want to continue the winning feeling.
Conclusion
MI Emirates won by 18 runs against the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the post-match 26 at Sheikh Zayed Stadium Abu Dhabi. The MIE team are now qualified for the semi-finals of the DP World ILT20 2023.