Amo Sharks continued their impressive run in the Shpageeza Cricket League with a 26-run victory over Speen Ghar Tigers via the DLS method at the Kabul International Cricket Stadium. The match, reduced to 17 overs per side due to rain, saw dominant performances from Zubaid Akbari and Fazalhaq Farooqi, who played crucial roles in securing the win.
Match Report:
Electing to bat first, Amo Sharks posted a strong total of 166/3 in their allotted 17 overs. Zubaid Akbari was the standout performer with the bat, scoring a rapid 54 off 29 balls, which included 2 fours and 4 sixes. His 89-run partnership with Shahidullah for the third wicket was a record-breaking effort for Amo Sharks, surpassing their previous highest third-wicket partnership of 48 runs. Shahidullah contributed a valuable 34 runs, helping set a formidable target for Speen Ghar Tigers.
In response, Speen Ghar Tigers faced a challenging task under the DLS-adjusted target of 139 runs in 12 overs. Their innings quickly fell apart as Fazalhaq Farooqi wreaked havoc with the ball, taking a stunning 5/13. Despite a valiant effort from Rashid Khan, who blasted 50 off just 25 balls, the Tigers could only manage 112/9, falling 26 runs short of the target.
Key Performances:
- Zubaid Akbari’s Boundary-Filled Innings: Akbari’s 54 runs included 9 boundaries, setting a new record for most runs in boundaries (54) in an innings for Amo Sharks.
- Fazalhaq Farooqi’s Devastating Spell: Farooqi’s 5-wicket haul for just 13 runs dismantled the Tigers’ chase, earning him the Player of the Match award.
Records and Milestones:
- Most Runs in Boundaries: Zubaid Akbari set a new record for Amo Sharks with 54 runs in boundaries, surpassing Ibrahim Zadran’s previous record of 48.
- Highest Third-Wicket Partnership: The 89-run stand between Shahidullah and Zubaid Akbari is now the highest for Amo Sharks in T20s, eclipsing the previous record of 48 runs.
Brief Scores:
Amo Sharks: 166/3 in 17 overs (Zubaid Akbari 54, Shahidullah 34, Zahir Khan 1/24)
Speen Ghar Tigers: 112/9 in 12 overs (Rashid Khan 50, Fazalhaq Farooqi 5/13, Zahir Khan 1/24)
Player of the Match: Fazalhaq Farooqi for his exceptional bowling spell
Amo Sharks’ all-around performance and record-breaking efforts secured a convincing win, further strengthening their position in the league. Speen Ghar Tigers, despite Rashid Khan’s explosive innings, were outplayed and will need to regroup for their upcoming matches.
