After suffering a narrow defeat in their previous match, Multan Sultans entered the field against Quetta Gladiators with a determination to set a formidable total. Akeal Hosein started the bowling attack for the Gladiators, but Usman Khan wasted no time, dispatching two consecutive fours in the opening over.
Mohammad Rizwan joined the onslaught with a powerful six in the following over. However, despite the aggressive start, Multan’s openers couldn’t maintain momentum as Abrar Ahmad claimed the crucial wicket of Usman, prompting an exuberant celebration from Ahmed.
In the third over’s final delivery, Abrar delivered a well-calculated short-of-a-length ball, adjusting his length as Usman advanced down the track. Usman attempted to launch the ball for a six but misjudged, leaving it untouched by his bat.
Seizing the opportunity, Quetta’s wicketkeeper Sarfaraz Ahmed swiftly collected the ball and executed a precise stumping, sending Usman back to the pavilion.
Following Usman’s dismissal, Abrar Ahmed orchestrated a memorable celebration, exchanging a quick high-five with Sarfaraz before humorously cleaning his spectacles and readjusting them on his face.
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The Quetta players gathered to applaud Abrar’s achievement. Shortly after, Sarfaraz approached Abrar, acknowledging his exceptional delivery and jovial celebration, affectionately patting his head in appreciation.