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In the third and final T20I of the New Zealand tour of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) 2023, the Blackcaps reaffirmed their dominance by securing a resounding 32-run victory against the UAE at the Dubai🌸 International Cricket Stadium on Sun🧸day (August 20).
New Zealand Innings:
New Zealand, having been put in to bat after UAE won the toss, posted a competitive total of 166/5 in their allotted 20 overs. The Kiwi batsmen put up a solid show, with notable contributions coming from Will Young and Mark Chapman. Youngꦐ top-scored with a brilliant 56 off 46 balls, which included 7 fours and 1 six, while Chap𝕴man added 51 runs off 32 balls, embellishing his innings with 5 fours and 2 sixes.
Among the UAE bowlers, Junaid Siddique was the sta🐭ndout performer, claiming three crucial wickets for just 26 runs in his 4-over spell.
UAE Innings:
Chasing a target of 167, UAE faced a stiff challenge from the New Zealand bowlers. They managed to score 134/7 in their 20 overs. Aayan Khan was the top-scorer for UAE, playing a valiant knock of 42 runs off 36 bal🧸ls, which included 4 fours and 1 six🧸.
Ben Lister was the pick of the New 🅰Zealand bowlers, scalping three wickets for 35 runs in his 4-over quota. The New Zealand bowling unit, as a whole, put up a disciplined performance to restrict UAE 🍷from reaching their target.
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Result:
In the end🌃, New Zealand꧃ emerged victorious by a comfortable margin of 32 runs, sealing the series with a 2-1 lead.
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Player of the Match:
The Player of the Match award went to Will Young for his crucial half-century that anchored New Zealand’s innings and set the tone for their victory.
Series Recap:
The series was a rollercoaster ride, with both teams showcasing their skills and determination. New Zealand won the first T20I by 19 runs, while UAE bounced back impressively to win the second T20I by 7 ♉wickets. However, New Zealand’s dominant performance in the third T20I ensured that they claimed the series 2-1.