ILT20: [WATCH] Wanindu Hasaranga Gets Into A Heated Argument With MI Emirates’ Waqar Salamkheil After Losing His Wicket

Two prominent Asian spinners, Wanindu Hasaranga and Waqar Salamkheil, engaged in a heated exchange during the International League T20 match between Desert Vipers and MI Emirates on Sunday, February 4. This incident unfolded in the seventh over of the Vipers’ innings at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium.

Salamkheil bowled the first over after the powerplay, dismissing Wanindu Hasaranga caught behind on the final ball. Celebrating his success, Salamkheil’s actions displeased Hasaranga, who took exception to the bowler’s jubilation after losing his wicket.

Before heading to the dressing room, Hasaranga shared an intense look with Salamkheil and exchanged a few words. Commentators expressed the view that the celebrations of the MI Emirates bowler were deemed excessive.

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The Desert Vipers found themselves at 45/6 after seven overs, chasing 189, following Wanindu Hasaranga’s dismissal. Although many anticipated a swift victory for MI Emirates, Ali Naseer’s resilient unbeaten 63-run innings guided the Vipers to a total of 158/8 in 20 overs. Despite their efforts, the Vipers eventually lost the match by 30 runs.

Fazalhaq Farooqi played a key role in MI Emirates’ win over Desert Vipers

Afghan bowlers Fazalhaq Farooqi and Waqar Salamkheil significantly contributed to MI Emirates’ recent ILT20 victory. Farooqi excelled as the standout bowler, securing figures of 4/31 in four overs, while Salamkheil delivered an impressive performance with 1/30.

Akeal Hosain, Trent Boult, and Odean Smith each took a wicket as the MI Emirates team confirmed their spot in the ILT20 2024 playoffs. In the earlier part of the match, Nicholas Pooran played an outstanding innings, scoring 39 runs off just 15 deliveries, guiding MI to a total of 188/5 in 20 overs. Pooran received the Player of the Match award for his exhilarating performance.

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