Awais Ali Shah dominates with the ball
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Awais Ali Shah was the standout performer, tearing through the opposition to finish with remarkable figures of 5/33 from his 10 overs. His ability to consistently find breakthroughs prevented Oman from building any significant momentum throughout their innings. While Jatinder Singh offered stubborn resistance for Oman, anchoring the innings with a composed 88 off 107 balls, he lacked sufficient support from the rest of the order. Aryan Bisht provided a brief contribution of 38 off 59 balls, but the UAE bowlers remained disciplined, ensuring that Oman never threatened to post a truly imposing total.
UAE navigate tricky chase to secure win
Chasing 197 for victory, the UAE innings got off to a shaky start. The pressure mounted early when Tanish Suri fell with the score at just 10 runs in the second over. However, the hosts managed to steady the ship and navigate the chase with a measured approach. Aryansh Sharma led the response with a vital 49 off 61 balls, providing the necessary stability to keep the required run rate under control.
Supported by Muhammad Waseem, the UAE middle order ensured that the early loss did not derail their pursuit. Despite the occasional wobble, the team maintained their composure to reach the target, finishing on 199/6. The victory was a collective effort, with Samay Shrivastava also playing a notable role in the result. By successfully chasing down the target, the UAE demonstrated their depth and ability to handle pressure in the ICC CWC League 2 campaign, ultimately sealing a well-deserved win in front of their home crowd.
