Team Abu Dhabi: Team Abu Dhabi faced their fourth consecutive defeat, suffering a substantial 63-run loss against the Deccan Gladiators in their latest match. Opting to field first after winning the toss, their bowling unit struggled significantly, conceding a hefty 141 runs in just 10 overs. Tymal Mills emerged as the most successful bowler, claiming two wickets in two overs while conceding 13 runs. Rumman Raees also showcased a commendable performance, securing two wickets in two overs despite conceding 15 runs.
Contributions from Roelof van der Merwe and Noor Ahmad resulted in one wicket each, whereas Kyle Mayers and skipper Dwaine Pretorius remained unsuccessful in taking any wickets.
In the batting department, Team Abu Dhabi faltered yet again, managing a mere 78 runs while chasing a target of 142 runs. Leus du Plooy emerged as the top scorer, accumulating 25 runs off 18 balls, embellished with three boundaries. Colin Ingram also made a notable contribution, adding 19 runs from 10 balls, including two boundaries and a substantial six during his innings.
Bangla Tigers: In their recent clash against the Northern Warriors, the Bangla Tigers clinched a thrilling victory by a slender margin of two runs. Despite losing the toss and being asked to bat first, their batting lineup delivered a solid performance, amassing 137 runs in their 10 overs. Nearly every batsman contributed significantly to the scoreboard. David Miller stood out as the top scorer, registering an impressive 50 runs off 24 balls, including four boundaries and three massive sixes. Jordan Cox also made a valuable contribution with 35 runs from 16 balls, featuring three boundaries and an equal number of towering sixes.
Kusal Mendis showcased his batting prowess, adding a quickfire 20 runs from just 10 balls, striking three boundaries in the process. Dasun Shanaka remained unbeaten at 14 runs off seven balls, powered by two massive sixes, while Avishka Fernando managed 11 runs.
Despite a less than stellar performance by the bowling unit, the Tigers defended their target of 138 runs, albeit conceding 135 runs in 10 overs. Carlos Brathwaite, despite being the highest wicket-taker, struggled with an economy rate, conceding 26 runs. Rohan Mustafa impressed with the ball, securing one wicket in an over while giving away only nine runs. Joshua Little also contributed with a wicket in two overs, conceding 22 runs. Daniel Sams claimed a wicket in his two overs, although he leaked 26 runs. Dominic Drakes and Dasun Shanaka were unable to secure any wickets in their bowling spells.
