Former IPL batter Akshdeep Nath takes stunning six-wicket haul as UAE eye Asia Cup qualification
After a 15-year career in which he had never previously managed more than three scalps in an innings, Akshdeep Nath took six wickets in five overs to set up victory for the UAE in Asia Cup qualifying. The 33-year-old batter was fast-tracked into the national team earlier this year as one of the first cohort of cricketers to be granted UAE citizenship. It was hoped the former India Under-19…
Former Indian Premier League batter Akshdeep Nath delivered a remarkable six-wicket haul in five overs, propelling the UAE to victory in a crucial Asia Cup qualifying match. The 33-year-old batter, who took up UAE citizenship recently, was fast-tracked into the national team as part of an effort to bolster the team's batting lineup.
His outstanding performance came during the 10-team ACC Premier Cup in Malaysia, where the UAE is currently competing for a spot in the Asia Cup. Despite the UAE batting strong throughout their innings, it was Nath's bowling that proved decisive, as he dismissed the Kuwaiti team for 21 runs in five overs. The previous best bowling effort by Nath in any senior cricket format was restricted to a mere 3-20.
UAE captain Harpreet Bhatia praised Nath's experience and expertise, noting that the former India Under-19 vice-captain had a strong first-class career to draw upon. Despite Nath's impressive figures, the player-of-the-match award was awarded to Mohammed Shahdad, who scored an unbeaten 94 from 110 balls. The UAE team now turns its attention to their next group match against Singapore, with the captain hopeful that the winning form will continue.
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