Shakib Dominates with Ball and Bat, Leads Team Victory

Bangladesh cricket superstar Shakib Al Hasan made a remarkable impact in his third match of the IL T20, finally finding his rhythm after a slow start in the tournament. Representing MI Emirates, SAKIB had struggled in his opening two games, scoring just 16 runs off 12 balls in one match and conceding 27 and 20 runs respectively in two-over spells.

However, today at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium against the Desert Vipers, Shakib delivered a masterclass in all-round cricket. With the ball, he completed a full four-over spell, conceding a mere 14 runs and taking 2 crucial wickets. Notably, across his 24 deliveries, he did not give away a single boundary, and half of his balls were dot balls, underlining his remarkable control and tactical discipline.

Shakib came on to bowl in the seventh over. On the final ball of the over, he struck, dismissing the Pakistani star batsman by stumping to claim his first wicket in IL T20 cricket. He followed up immediately in the next over to remove another key batsman, further halting the Desert Vipers’ momentum.

In the ninth over, English all-rounder Sam Curran fell to a sharp catch taken by Shakib himself at the front, leaving the opposition reeling. He conceded just three runs in that over, matched by identical figures in the 11th and 15th overs, maintaining a miserly economy rate throughout his spell.

Thanks to SAKIB’s disciplined bowling, the Desert Vipers were restricted to 124 for seven in their 20 overs. Chasing a competitive target, MI Emirates lost six wickets but managed to reach the finish line with 15 balls to spare. Shakib’s contribution with the bat was equally decisive: he remained unbeaten on 17 runs, guiding his team to a comfortable four-wicket victory.

Shakib’s performance today marks a significant turnaround, showcasing his enduring value as a true all-rounder. After a difficult start in the tournament, he has reasserted himself as a match-winner, contributing with both bat and ball under pressure.

Table: Shakib Al Hasan’s Performance – IL T20 Match