Waqar Salamkheil created a magical moment in the International League (IL) T20 2025 equality between MI Emirates and Desert Vipersrisk rejection Alex Hales and the beauty of the delivery.
Waqar Salamkheil removes Alex Hales with a stunning delivery
Bowling the first ball of his innings, Salamkheil suffered a leg fracture that was not uncommon in a fast game. The delivery landed well outside the off stump, caught the surface very well and swung in the air. Hales, who was batting well, misjudged the course and rounded. Anticipating a slight turn, he left a large gap between his rib and the pad, creating an inviting path for the ball. As the ball swerved wide of the pitch, the ball went through the middle, clipped the tip of the middle stump, and sent it to the basket. The unmistakable skill he delivered left Hales in awe and underlined Waqar's ability to fool even the best batsmen with his guile and control.
This dismissal spoiled the Vipers opener for 62 runs and gave Emirates a very good performance. Hales' quick-fire knock of 34 off 22 balls, including six boundaries, was key to Vipers' aggressive start, but Waqar's brilliance ended it. It was a perfect example of a bowler winning consistent batting with skill and accuracy.
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Desert Vipers beat MI Emirates: Fakhar Zaman scored a stunning knock
In a hotly contested match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, The Vipers secured a 5-wicket victory over the Emirates with five balls to spare. Chasing a target of 160, Fakhar Zaman he put on an innings with a superb 67 from 52 balls, hitting 5 fours and 4 sixes. Hales started quickly with a 22-ball 34, adding 62 runs for the first wicket with Fakhar. Although Emirates struggled with timely wickets, Sam Currans28 is Sherfane Rutherford's explosive 21 off just 8 balls sealed the win. Earlier, Emirates posted 159/6, and Kieron Pollard the best is 23-ball 36. Lockie Ferguson he was the pick of the Vipers bowlers, taking 2 wickets for 25 runs. The win made the Vipers unbeaten in the tournament and cemented their position at the top of the points table.