Watch: ‘6, 4, 2, 6, 6, 6’ — Kieron Pollard Smashes 30 Runs in a Single Over in ILT20 Against Dubai Capitals

MI Emirates’ domination in the ongoing edition of the International League T20 continued in the 29th match as they crushed Dubai Capitals by eight wickets. It was their seventh win in 10 matches this season, helping them finish the league stage in second place. Led by Kieron Pollard, the Emirates enjoyed a comfortable run chase, with the skipper taking particular delight against the tournament’s leading wicket-taker, Waqar Salamkheil.

The turning point came in the 15th over of the innings, when MI Emirates needed 40 runs from the final six overs. Despite having eight wickets in hand, the chase still carried some pressure, but Pollard had other plans. He launched a fierce assault on Salamkheil, smashing a six and a four off the first two deliveries, followed by a couple of runs.

Pollard then sealed the contest in emphatic fashion by striking three consecutive sixes, plundering 30 runs from the over. This brutal spell ensured MI Emirates chased down the target of 123 in just 16.4 overs. Pollard remained unbeaten on 44 off 31 balls, hitting one four and five sixes, while the over also ruined Salamkheil’s figures, who had conceded only 13 runs in his first three overs.

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Allah Ghazanfar Shines as Dubai Capitals Struggle

Dubai Capitals could only manage 122 for eight in their 20 overs, struggling against disciplined bowling from MI Emirates. Allah Ghazanfar was the standout performer with the ball, finishing with impressive figures of three wickets for 28 runs in his four overs. Despite five Capitals batters getting into double figures, none could cross the 25-run mark, highlighting their inability to build substantial partnerships.

MI Emirates skipper Kieron Pollard expressed satisfaction with his team’s overall performance, praising them for sticking to their plans. “The bowlers bowled well and executed their plans. Everyone who came in did their part. I said at the start of the tournament that we have depth in the squad — horses for courses. It’s about understanding what’s needed on the day. When the pressure is on and spinners are bowling, you have to go after them. The openers set the platform early, which allowed us to take our time in the middle,” Pollard said at the post-match presentation.

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Points Table Update and Playoff Picture

The ILT20 points table sees Desert Vipers at the top with eight wins from 10 matches, followed closely by MI Emirates with seven wins from 10 games. Dubai Capitals sit in third place with five victories from their 10 fixtures. Gulf Giants and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders both have three wins from nine matches, but a superior net run rate keeps the Giants above the Knight Riders. Sharjah Warriors remain at the bottom of the six-team table with three wins from 10 matches.

With the league stage concluded, Desert Vipers and MI Emirates will face off in Qualifier 1 on December 30. Dubai Capitals have secured a spot in the Eliminator, scheduled for January 1, although their opponent is yet to be confirmed. The loser of Qualifier 1 and the winner of the Eliminator will clash in Qualifier 2 on January 2, with the final set to be played on January 4.