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UAE Trounce Bangladesh In 3rd T20I To Set History With 2-1 Series Triumph
The United Arab Emirates changed the course of history by scripting its first-ever T20I bilateral series triumph over Bangladesh after staging a seven-wicket triumph in the final fixture of the series at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Alishan Sharafu drilled the ball through covers straight to the boundary rope to finish off UAE's successful pursuit of the 163-run target and stamp its authority with a 2-1 series triumph. The UAE players stormed onto the field with beaming smiles, as Bangladesh fathomed the thought of the massive setback they endured less than a year before the T20 World Cup.
UAE Script History, Register 1st Ever International Win Against Bangladesh
The United Arab Emirates secured their maiden international triumph over Bangladesh with a win in the second T20I in Sharjah, according to the ICC website. After challenging Bangladesh in the first T20I of the three-game series, UAE went one better and stunned the Tigers in the second encounter by two wickets, thus tying the series 1-1.This was their first win over Bangladesh across formats, and ensures that all will be at stake in the third T20I in Sharjah on May 21. Skipper Muhammad Waseem led the Emirati effort during a stiff chase with a blazing 82 off 42, and was ecstatic at the outcome.
UAE vs Bangladesh Live Streaming 1st T20I Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch
UAE vs Bangladesh Live Streaming 1st T20I: United Arab Emirates are all set host Bangladesh in the first T20I match on Saturday at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah. This series will be a two-match series and both the teams will aim to put their best foot forward, in order to seal a victory. The visitors will be led by wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das. The squad also features the likes of Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana. This series will be a good preparation for Bangladesh ahead of the five-match series against Pakistan.
Muhammad Waseem Returns As UAE Captain For T20Is Against Bangladesh
Muhammad Waseem has been reinstated as captain of the UAE T20I team for the upcoming two-match series against Bangladesh in Sharjah, set to begin later this week. Waseem had previously stepped down from the role in October last year after leading the side in 26 matches between 2023 and 2024, citing a desire to focus on his ODI batting. The two-match series scheduled on May 17 and 19 will be UAE's first T20I appearance since December, when they won the Gulf T20 Championship by defeating Kuwait in the final. The level of competition will rise significantly with Bangladesh as their opponent, compared to the earlier tournament that featured Oman, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Qatar.
Watch: Virat Kohli Overawed By UAE Bowler's Performance In Nets
United Arab Emirates (UAE) cricketer Ibrar Ahmad Dawar has earned high praise from Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli ahead of the much-anticipated ICC Champions Trophy clash against Pakistan in Dubai. Ibrar took to his official Instagram account to share a video where Kohli acknowledged his impressive bowling efforts at the nets. In the video, Kohli was heard saying, "Well bowled... he has really bowled well. He has helped a lot. Thank you." The UAE cricketer was seen aggressively bowling to Kohli at the nets. The 36-year-old Indian batter also flicked him during the session. His intensity and skills in the nets have seemingly caught the attention of the Indian batting maestro.
Pakistan Shaheens vs UAE A Live Score Updates ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024
Pakistan Shaheens vs UAE A Live Score Updates Emerging Teams Asia Cup: Pakistan Shaheens and UAE A face off with a place in the ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 up for grabs. Both teams have endured similar fates so far in the competition, having suffered defeats at the hands of India, who are already through to the next round of the tournament after registering back-to-back wins. While both Pakistan and UAE have two points from two matches, only one of them would join India in the semi-finals from Group B. (Live Scorecard)
ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024: India Beat UAE By 7 Wickets To Qualify For Semifinals
Opener Abhishek Sharma struck a scintillating half-century after an excellent performance by the bowlers as a dominant India defeated UAE by seven wickets to enter the semifinals of the Emerging Teams Asia Cup at Al Amerat in Oman on Monday. This was the Indian team's second win in as many matches in the tournament, having beaten traditional rivals Pakistan by seven runs in the opener. Abhishek smashed 58 in 24 balls before Ayush Badoni completed the formality of chasing down a target of 108 with a six and four. India won with as many as 55 balls still left to be bowled.
India A vs UAE LIVE Scorecard Updates, Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024: After Beating Pakistan, India Eye Another Victory
India A vs UAE, Emerging Asia Cup 2024, Live Updates: India A will be squaring off against United Arab Emirates in their next Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 match on Monday in Al Amerat. India will be coming to this clash after thrashing arch-rivals Pakistan by seven runs in the opening match. After opting to bat first, India A posted a solid total of 183 for 8 in 20 overs. In reply, Pakistan fought really well and even dominated the match at certain stages but India's remarkable comeback handed the Tilak Varma-led side a well-deserved victory. It will be an interesting clash as both the teams will be putting their best foot forward.