Maaz Sadaqat’s Dominance: Pakistan Shaheens Crush UAE in Rising Stars Asia Cup
The Pakistan Shaheens continued their impressive run in the Rising Stars Asia Cup, achieving a commanding victory over the United Arab Emirates in their final group stage match. Held at West End Park International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, the Shaheens’ performance highlighted their strong form throughout the tournament.
Choosing to bowl first after winning the toss, the Pakistan Shaheens’ decision proved fruitful. The UAE’s batting lineup struggled, ultimately being bowled out for a mere 59 runs in 16.1 overs. The Emirati team faced early setbacks, which, compounded their troubles.
Maaz Sadaqat’s Excellent Performance
Maaz Sadaqat once again emerged as a key player. He played a pivotal role with the ball and then blasted an unbeaten 37 off just 15 balls, including four boundaries and three sixes. This stellar performance enabled the Shaheens to chase down the modest target of 60 runs in a mere 5.2 overs, securing a victory with nine wickets to spare and 88 balls remaining.
Sufiyan Muqeem was the leading bowler for the Shaheens, showcasing his skills with figures of 3-12 in four overs. Maaz Sadaqat and Ahmed Daniyal each contributed two wickets to the team’s success.
Syed Haider of the UAE team managed a score of 20 runs from 19 deliveries, providing the only significant resistance. However, his dismissal in the 10th over prompted a collapse in the lower order, which lost its last six wickets for a mere 17 runs. SindhNews.com
Shaheens Clinch Group Victory
The convincing triumph marked the Pakistan Shaheens’ third consecutive win of the tournament, earning them the top spot in Group ‘B’ and guaranteeing a place in the semi-finals. These semi-finals are scheduled for Friday, November 21st. The team’s performance signals a strong contention for the tournament title.
Maaz Sadaqat: A Tournament Standout
Maaz Sadaqat’s consistent performance is a significant highlight. He has now received three Player-of-the-Match awards in just as many games. Sadaqat has demonstrated significant impact, accumulating 212 runs throughout the tournament.
In the chase, Maaz Sadaqat and Mohammad Ghazi Ghori (unbeaten 16) together established an undefeated partnership of 54 runs for the second wicket, sealing the game with a powerful display of batting.
Conclusion
The Pakistan Shaheens’ dominant performance, spearheaded by outstanding contributions from Maaz Sadaqat and other team members, has secured their place in the semi-finals. Their consistent success underscores their quality and their promising prospects for success in the remainder of the Rising Stars Asia Cup.