In match number 13 International League (IL)T20 2025 between Desert snakes and Dubai Capitals Monday (January 20) Zahir Khan He produced a masterclass in wrist-spin bowling to dismiss the powerful Pakistani batsman Azam Khan.
Zaheer Khan dismisses Pakistan's Azam Khan with a stunning delivery
In the fifth ball of the 15th over, Zaheer, known for his ability to extract sharp turns from the surface, bowled a pitch that was slightly shorter in length and slanted wide off the off stump, almost on the line of the seventh off stump. The ball had a tremendous amount of spin and remained lower than expected. Azam, who expected a slightly higher bounce, tried to pull the ball towards the midfield area. However, the sharp turn coupled with the lack of bounce completely fooled the hitter.
As Azam swung across the goal line, the ball flew sharply inwards, cut through his defense and hit his leg stump. It was a textbook example of how a wrist-spinner can use variation in turn and bounce to unsettle even the most aggressive hitters.
Azam was looking to inject momentum into the innings with his aggressive approach. Facing just seven balls, he had already smashed six sixes, indicating his intention to dominate the bowlers. However, Zaher's tactical intelligence ensured that Azzam's stay in the crease was short-lived. The turn of the delivery was so exaggerated that even a batsman of Azam's caliber found himself completely outclassed.
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The supernatural from Zaher! 👌
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– Cricket uniform (@ilt20onzee) January 20, 2025
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Dubai Capitals' qualifying hopes improve after their decisive victory over the Desert Vipers
The Vipers posted a modest total of 139, with Alex Hales (34 of 31) and Sharvan Rutherford (27 of 24) Make notable contributions. Zahir (3/34) and Dushmantha Chameera (3/26) Led the bowling attack for the Capitals. Gulbuddin Nayeb He chipped in with a tight spell, taking 1/10 in 2 overs. The Capitals chased down the target with ease, thanks to Gulbadin's knock (78 off 51, 3 fours, 5 sixes). Despite early setbacks, Vice succeeded in nailing the roles side by side Iskandar Reda (24 of 26) Before that Najibullah Zadran (10 not out of 10) Ensures a comfortable finish.
