ILT20 2025 Match 14 Review: Shepherd, Pooran Propel MI Emirates to Victory Against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders

At the Sheikh Zayed Stadium on Tuesday, the MI Emirates defeated the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders by 28 runs thanks to a brilliant display with the bat and the ball. Thanks in large part to players like Romario Shepherd and Nicholas Pooran, the MI Emirates were able to close the gap on the top team to just two points. Alzarri Joseph and Shepherd each took two wickets to halt the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders' chase, while four of the MI Emirates' bowlers were in excellent form that evening.

The MI Emirates got off to a strong start when they were put to bat first, with openers Muhammad Waseem (38) and Kusal Perera making a strong stand at the top. The Sri Lankan Perera was the first to leave for 23 soon before the powerplay ended, following a 42-run partnership between the two players. The Sri Lankan Perera was the first to leave for 23 soon before the powerplay ended, following a 42-run partnership between the two players. Tom Banton entered, and he and Waseem made sure the MI Emirates maintained the scoreboard.

ILT20 2025 Match 14 Highlights:

With openers Kyle Mayers and Andries Gous attacking the MI Emirates bowlers, the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders got off to a fast start. Before Dan Mousley ran him out with a brilliant bit of fielding, Mayers, who hit three sixes, scored 22 off 14 deliveries. Banton was out for nine around the halfway point of the innings, while Waseem was out for 38 shortly after.

Kieron Pollard replaced skipper Nicholas Pooran, but the seasoned right-hander struggled to get going and was eventually sent out for five by Ali Khan. With just over 6 overs remaining, the score was at 102/4. The MI Emirates won easily that evening, and Andre Russell, who was still undefeated at 37 from 23 deliveries, was unable to lead his team across the finish line.

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