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 player Akshdeep Nath made a stunning six-wicket haul for the UAE in a World Cup League 2 cricket match, propelling them towards qualification for the Asia Cup. The 33-year-old, who had never taken more than three wickets in an innings before this, was fast-tracked into the national team earlier this year after being granted a UAE passport.
Known as a first-class veteran, Akshdeep brought experience to the UAE's struggling batting lineup. In the match against Kuwait, he bowled five economical overs, taking all six wickets for just 21 runs. This surpassed his previous career best of 3-20 in any form of senior cricket. UAE secured a 66-run victory, setting up a promising run in the Asia Cup qualifiers.
Captain Harpreet Bhatia praised Akshdeep's bowling, noting his extensive first-class experience in India. The UAE team, facing Singapore in their next match, is optimistic about their performance trajectory, with Mohammed Shahdad being the player of the match for his impressive 94 runs.
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