Singh’s explosive chase seals victory
Chasing a target of 113, Kenya wasted no time in asserting their dominance. The response was spearheaded by an aggressive knock from Gurdeep Singh, who dismantled the Sierra Leone bowling attack with a blistering 75 off just 32 balls. His innings ensured that the required run rate was never an issue, as Kenya raced toward the target with minimal resistance. The opening partnership set the tone for the chase, and Kenya remained unscathed until the turning point of the innings, when Singh finally fell with the score at 98 in the seventh over. Despite the loss of his wicket, the result was never in doubt. Rushab Patel provided steady support throughout the pursuit, helping guide the team to a comfortable nine-wicket victory. Kenya reached the target of 116/1, completing a clinical performance that highlighted their superiority in the contest. Alongside Singh’s explosive batting and Mwendwa’s earlier bowling heroics, Nitish Hirani also contributed to the team's success, rounding out a comprehensive win for Kenya in the tournament.