Trilateral Blind T20 ; Pakistan lost by 46 runs in the 2nd T-20 International vs India

Pakistan lost by 46 runs in the 2nd T-20 International vs India

2nd T20 International clash between arch-rivals Pakistan and India at the iconic ICC Cricket Academy in Dubai, UAE!

Winning the toss, Pakistan opted to field first, a strategic move considering the dew factor. India, seizing the opportunity, put up a daunting total of 224 runs on the scoreboard within the stipulated 20 overs for the loss of 3 wickets. Sunil Ramesh showcased his batting ability with an impressive 87 runs off 61 balls,

while Venkatesh and Ajay Kumar Reddy contributed crucial runs with 56 and 42 respectively. Despite their efforts, Pakistan’s bowlers, led by Zafar Iqbal who claimed only one wicket, struggled to break through consistently.

In reply, Pakistan’s batsmen started confidently but faltered under the pressure of the challenging target. Despite valiant efforts from Salman, who scored a resilient 58 off 42 balls, and contributions from Badar Munir 30 off 16 balls and Nisar Ali’s 25 runs, Pakistan fell short, reaching 178 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in their allotted overs. Ajay Reddy, Durga Rao, and Debaraj made crucial breakthroughs for the Indian side, restricting Pakistan’s chase.

H.E Hussain Muhammad, the Pakistani Consul General in Dubai was the guest of the occasion, he was accompanied by the Honorable Syed Sultan Shah President World Blind Cricket Ltd and Chairman PBCC, Mr. Ek Radha Krishnan Chairman Organizing Committee of the event,

Mr. Rajnesh Henry the first Vice President of World Blind Cricket Ltd, Miss Sabeen Gul Vice President/Wing Head CSR Department National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) and Mr. Junaib Iqbal CSR Officer NBP. They distributed Man of the Match prizes of first two games.

Result: India won by 46 runs Man of the Match: Sunil Ramesh

With the series now leveled at 1-1, anticipation surges for the decisive encounter scheduled for the 25th of February at ICC Cricket Academy. As cricket enthusiasts await the thrilling finale, the stage is set for a riveting display of skill, strategy, and determination!