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Dilpreet Bajwa has made a significant mark in the Global T20 Canada 2024 by becoming the first Canadian cricketer to score a century in the tournament’s history. His remarkable innings was a cornerstone in the Montreal Tigers’ commanding 42-run victory over the Brampton Wolves in Match 9, cementing his place in the tournament’s record books.
A stunning innings by Dilpreet Bajwa
Bajwa’s innings of 100 not out came off just 55 balls, showcasing his powerful striking abilities with 10 boundaries and six sixes. Electing to bat after winning the toss, the Tigers set a formidable total of 166 for seven. Bajwa’s innings was a display of dominance and skill, as he anchored the Tigers’ innings and ensured they had a substantial total to defend.
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Andrew Tye’s expensive 28 runs over
In a display of raw power and precision, Bajwa’s most memorable performance came during the penultimate over of the innings against Australian pacer Andrew Tye. This over became a pivotal moment in the match,🐓 as Bajwa unleashed an astonishing assault that saw him accumulate 2🦹8 runs off Tye’s six deliveries.
The over began with a scooped six, immediately setting the tone for whꦰat was to follow. The second ball was expertly placed for a boundary on the leg side. Bajwa’s next two shots were spectacular, a full toss hammered for a six over the off-side followed by a four in the same region.
The fifth ball, though shorter, was elegantly guided for four behind the wickets. Bajwa completed his assault with another boundary off the final delivery, sending a full toss over the off-side once again. This over exemplified Bajwa’s striking prowess and was instrumental in propelling Tiger’s score to a challenging total.
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Montreal Tigers’ victory in the Global T20 Canada 2024
Despite Bajwa’s exceptional performance, the rest of the Tigers’ innings saw Parveen Kumar as the nex🧸t highest sꦰcorer with a modest 18 off 19 balls. In their pursuit of 168, the Wolves struggled against a disciplined bowling attack and were bowled out for 124 in just 18.5 overs.
Azmatullah Omarzai was the standout bowler for the Tigers, delivering a match-winning performance with figures of 4 for 21. Kaleem Sana and Zahoor Khan provided valuable support with two wickets each. For the Wolves, George Munsey was the top scorer with a resilient 54 off 34 balls, while Kobe Herft contributed 22 off 30 balls, but their efforts fell short as the team failed to chase down♑ the target.
