Cricket Highlights, Feb 06: International League T20 2025 (Eliminator Match) – MIE vs SW

MIE vs SW (Eliminator Match) – Highlights

In this article, we will discuss the thrilling Eliminator match of the International League T20 between MIE and SW, held on February 6, 2025, in Abu Dhabi. MI Emirates, after being put into bat, managed to post a total of 146/8 in their 20 overs. However, Sharjah Warriorz showcased a composed run chase, reaching the target of 147 in 18.5 overs with six wickets in hand. With MIE vs SW this victory, the Warriorz secured their place in the next stage of the tournament, knocking MI Emirates out of the competition. Let’s dive into the key highlights and performances that shaped this high-stakes encounter.

MI Emirates had a tough start as opener Andre Fletcher was dismissed for a duck in the first over, caught by Tim Southee off Adam Milne. Will Jacks tried to steady the innings but could not accelerate much and fell for 18 off 17 balls, bowled by Ashton Agar. Tom Banton provided some resistance with a 25-ball 29, but his innings was cut short when he was caught and bowled by Rohan Mustafa in the 10th over.

The most impactful innings for MIE came from their captain, Nicholas Pooran, who played a blistering knock of 42 off just 22 balls, including six fours and a six. He injected much-needed momentum into the innings before being dismissed by Dilshan Madushanka in the 13th over. Bevon Jacobs (7 off 12) and Kusal Perera (18 off 12) contributed modestly, but their dismissals further dented MI Emirates’ hopes of reaching a competitive total.

SW bowlers delivered a disciplined performance, keeping the MI Emirates batters in check throughout the innings. Tim Southee was the pick of the bowlers, taking 2/24 in his four overs, including the key wickets of Kusal Perera and Romario Shepherd. Adam Milne (1/29) and Dilshan Madushanka (1/31) provided crucial breakthroughs, while Rohan Mustafa (1/20) and Harmeet Singh (1/17) played their supporting roles effectively.

Chasing 147, Sharjah Warriorz got off to a steady start with openers Tom Kohler-Cadmore and Johnson Charles putting up a strong partnership. Charles was the aggressor, smashing 36 off just 20 balls, including seven fours and a six, before he was dismissed by Muhammad Rohid in the fifth over. Kohler-Cadmore anchored the innings with a well-paced 40 off 40 balls, ensuring that the chase remained on track.

Jason Roy, batting at number three, contributed 26 off 24 balls but fell to Muhammad Rohid in the 13th over. In the same over, MI Emirates struck again as Matthew Wade was dismissed for a duck, caught by Will Jacks off Rohid’s bowling, reducing Warriorz to 101/3. However, despite the mini-collapse, the Warriorz never looked in real trouble as Tim Seifert played a match-winning inning.

Seifert’s 40 off just 20 balls, laced with five fours and two sixes, turned the game in Sharjah’s favor. His aggressive approach ensured that the required run rate never escalated beyond control. With just 23 runs needed off the last four overs, Kohler-Cadmore was finally dismissed for 40, bowled by Fazalhaq Farooqi in the 17th over. Rohan Mustafa (2* off 7) supported Seifert as the Warriorz comfortably reached the target in 18.5 overs, finishing at 149/4.

With this clinical six-wicket win, Sharjah Warriorz advanced to the next stage of the tournament, eliminating MI Emirates from the competition. Tim Seifert’s explosive knock and a disciplined bowling effort ensured a comfortable chase, making them strong contenders as they move forward in the International League T20.

MI Emirates vs Sharjah Warriorz Scoreboard

MI Emirates – 146/8

Sharjah Warriorz – 149/4(18.5/20)

Result – Warriorz won by 6 wickets (with 7 balls remaining)

Player of the Match – Tim Seifert

MIE vs SW Playing Eleven

MI Emirates

Andre Fletcher, Will Jacks, Tom Banton, Nicholas Pooran(C)(WK), Bevon Jacobs, Kusal Perera, Akeal Hosein, Romario Shepherd, Alzarri Joseph, Zahoor Khan, Muhammad Rohid

Sharjah Warriorz

Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Johnson Charles, Jason Roy, Matthew Wade, Tim Seifert(WK), Rohan Mustafa, Ethan D’Souza, Harmeet Singh, Tim Southee(C), Ashton Agar, Adam Milne

Disclaimer: These match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.

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