Maldives registered a commanding 117-run victory over Mongolia in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier A, 2024, at Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur, on Friday, 6th September 2024. Maldives skipper Azyan Farhath led from the front with an outstanding all-round performance, scoring 55 off 49 balls and taking 4 wickets for just 5 runs in 4 overs. Mongolia, chasing 179, crumbled to 61 all out in 19.1 overs, as Maldives’ bowlers dominated.
Azyan Farhath Shines with All-Round Brilliance
Batting first after losing the toss, Maldives posted a competitive total of 178/6 in their 20 overs. Skipper Azyan Farhath anchored the innings with a measured 55 off 49 balls, supported by a blistering 56 off 39 balls from Gedara Kumara. The opening was set by Umar Adam, who smashed 32 off just 12 balls to give Maldives the perfect start. Luwsanzundui Erdenebulgan was the standout bowler for Mongolia, taking 3/29 in his 4 overs.
In response, Mongolia’s batting line-up failed to cope with Maldives’ disciplined bowling attack. Azyan Farhath, following his batting heroics, returned to torment Mongolia with the ball, claiming 4 wickets for just 5 runs. Ibrahim Rizan and Umar Adam also chipped in with wickets, as Mongolia was bowled out for 61 in 19.1 overs. Od Lutbayar showed some resistance with 18 off 17 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup faltered.
This comprehensive victory solidifies Maldives’ position in the tournament, with Azyan Farhath delivering an all-round performance to remember.
Brief Scores:
Maldives: 178/6 in 20 overs (Azyan Farhath 55, Gedara Kumara 56, Luwsanzundui Erdenebulgan 3/29)
Mongolia: 61 all out in 19.1 overs (Od Lutbayar 18, Azyan Farhath 4/5, Ibrahim Rizan 2/11)
Result: Maldives won by 117 runs
Player of the Match: Azyan Farhath (55 runs & 4/5)
