Game 4 a International League T20 (ILT20) 2025 saw a moment of wisdom from Dubai Capitals'the captain Sikandar Razawho initiated the exciting launch of MI Emirates Muhammad Waseem. The match, held at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, was full of action, but Raza's performance stood out as a game-changing moment.
Sikandar Raza's victory removes Muhammad Waseem
In the 5th over of MI Emirates innings, Waseem is Tom Banton he found himself in a serious communication error. Looking Dushmantha ChameeraWaseem defended the ball behind the bowler. Chameera stretched, and the ball rolled towards the end. What followed was chaos.
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Undeterred, Waseem called for a quick single, but Banton hesitated and countered, leaving Waseem stranded at mid-off. Raza, who was at mid-off, picked up the ball quickly and bowled the ball which hit the stumps at the batsman's end, hitting Waseem as he went through.
This exceptional effort by Raza not only showcased his speed and accuracy but also gave Dubai Capitals a much-needed win in the power play.
Here is the video:
📞 Wrong connection is dead!
Sikandar Raza takes advantage and hunts the stumps, catching Muhammad Waseem at short.
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MI Emirates sends a complete package
Despite the odds, MI Emirates managed to manage 187/7 in their 20 overs. Top scorers for MI Emirates were Banton, who scored 74 off 52 balls with 9 fours and 2 sixes, and Nicholas Pooranwho smashed 59 batters in just 29 innings, including six long.