Match no. 24: Bangla Tigers vs Team Abu Dhabi
Invited to bat first, Bangla Tigers were off to a decent start with Hazratullah Zazai (17) and Joe Clarke (14). However, their dismissals saw the Team Abu Dhabi gaining confidence and getting better of in-form Iftikhar Ahmed (2) as well.
Fabian Allen and Adil Rashid picked two wickets each as Bangla Tigers were restricted for 74 off 10 overs. Then, Alex Hales continued his bad form and was the first to be dismissed for Team Abu Dhabi.
But, Chris Lynn (34*) was terrific yet again with his consistency, while James Vince did well to score 29 off 17, and Team Abu Dhabi chased the score in seven overs. With four wins, they are at the second position in the standings.
Brief Scores:
Bangla Tigers - 74/5 (10)
Hazratullah Zazai 17 (16), Joe Clarke 14 (12);
Adil Rashid 2/8, Fabia Allen 2/10
Team Abu Dhabi - 76/2 (7)
Chris Lynn 34* (17), James Vince 29 (17):
Mrittunjoy Chowdhury 1/17, Jake Lintott 1/27
Result: Team Abu Dhabi won by 8 wkts