During the 14th match of International T20 League (ILT20) 2025, MI Emirates bowler Shepherd Romario produced a scintillating all-round show, leading his team to victory over the Abu Dhabi Knights (ADKR) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. The match witnessed a superb bowling performance from Shepherd, who took two crucial wickets, including one of ADKR’s key batters, Alishan Sharafuwith a breathtaking performance.
A game of bowling master class by Romario Berger
The drama unfolded in the 6th round of the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, as Shepherd took center stage. With the Knight Riders already under pressure, Shepherd delivered a ball that would leave a lasting impression on fans and players. Shepherd, with his impeccable line and length, played just outside off stump, and the ball came back sharply, catching Sharafu straight at the crease. The delivery went through the door and sent the top of the stump flying. Sharafu, who was unable to respond, was bowled out for just 4 runs off 3 balls.
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Sharafu loses his stump 🥲
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Before dismissing Sharafu, Shepherd had already accounted for another key wicket in the same overs. On the 3rd ball of the 6th, he dismissed Michael Pepper who had looked dangerous at the start of his innings. Shepherd bowled a full ball towards the stumps, and Pepper tried to force it to fall to the ground, but could only manage a thick outside edge, which was caught safely by Nicolas Pooran behind the stumps.
Not only did Shepherd shine with the ball, but he also made a huge impact with the bat. Earlier in the MI Emirates innings, he unleashed a devastating display of batting, scoring 38 runs off just 13 balls. Shepherd hit 4 fours and three sixes, hitting a staggering strike rate of 292.31.
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Nicholas Pooran shines in MI Emirates innings
MI Emirates registered a comprehensive 28-run victory over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in an engaging T20 clash. Winning the toss, ADKR elected to go first.
MI Emirates posted a competitive total of 186/6 in their 20 overs. Captain Pooran led from the front, smashing a quickfire 49 from 26 balls laced with five fours and two towering sixes. Opener Mohammed Waseem provided stability with 38 runs off 35 deliveries, including a solitary four and three sixes. Jason Holder And Ali Khan claimed two wickets each for ADKR, while Ibrar Ahmed chipped with a.
MI Emirates bowlers seal victory
In response, Abu Dhabi Knight Riders could only muster 158/9 in their allotted 20 overs. Andries Gous scored 34 from 34 balls at the top, while Andrew RussellThe powerful 37 off 23 balls, comprising three fours and three sixes, kept ADKR’s hopes alive. However, MI Emirates’ disciplined bowling proved too strong.
Alongside Berger, Alzarri Joseph also impressed with a few wickets, while Akéal Hosein, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Waqar SalamkheilAnd Zahor Khan contributed with one wicket each. Shepherd’s all-round brilliance earned him Player of the Match honors as MI Emirates celebrated a well-deserved 28-run victory.
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