KUALA LUMPUR – Hong Kong defeated Malaysia by 6 wickets in the 3rd match of the Malaysia Tri-Nation T20I Series at the Selangor Turf Club, Kuala Lumpur. Yasim Murtaza’s all-round performance, including 4 wickets for 9 runs and an unbeaten 13, guided Hong Kong to a comprehensive victory.
Malaysia struggled to build momentum after opting to bat first, posting 101/7 in their 20 overs. Skipper Syed Aziz top-scored with 31 runs, but Yasim Murtaza’s remarkable bowling (4/9) dismantled the Malaysian lineup.
In reply, Hong Kong chased down the target in 16.5 overs, reaching 102/4. Nizakat Khan anchored the innings with an unbeaten 37, while Babar Hayat contributed a quickfire 34.
Brief Scores:
Malaysia: 101/7 in 20 overs (Syed Aziz 31, Ahmad Faiz 16; Yasim Murtaza 4/9)
Hong Kong: 102/4 in 16.5 overs (Nizakat Khan 37*, Babar Hayat 34; Pavandeep Singh 1/16)
Result: Hong Kong won by 6 wickets (with 19 balls remaining).
Player of the Match: Yasim Murtaza (Hong Kong) – 4/9 & 13*
