In an intense match at the Kuala Lumpur Stadium, Malaysia emerged victorious over Hong Kong in the 3rd match of the Tri-Nation T20I Series. With the help of captain Azizi Syed and star player Irfan Farriz, Malaysia put up a formidable total of 185 runs, stunning the Hong Kong team. Despite putting up a good fight, Hong Kong fell short by 20 runs, cementing Malaysia's place at the top of the series rankings.
Hong Kong National Cricket Team's Triumph at Tri-Nation T20I Series
In a thrilling match at the Kuala Lumpur Stadium, the Hong Kong National Cricket Team emerged victorious over Malaysia in the 3rd match of the Tri-Nation T20I Series. The Hong Kong team chased down a formidable total of 185 runs, set by Malaysia, with two balls to spare.
Match Summary
Malaysia, led by captain Azizi Syed, won the toss and elected to bat first. The team got off to a strong start, with Syed scoring 61 runs from 51 deliveries. Star player Irfan Farriz chipped in with an impressive 48 runs from 36 balls. Thanks to their contributions, Malaysia posted a challenging total of 185 runs for the loss of 5 wickets.
Hong Kong's chase began cautiously, but they gradually gained momentum. Opener Nizakat Khan scored a patient 42 runs from 36 deliveries, while skipper Aizaz Khan contributed 37 runs from 28 balls. The match reached a nail-biting finish, with Hong Kong needing 12 runs from the final over.
Batsman Babar Hayat stepped up to the plate and hit a crucial four and a six off the first two deliveries of the over. Haroon Arshad then hit a boundary on the fourth ball to seal the victory for Hong Kong.
Key Performances
Impact and Significance
The victory marks Hong Kong's first T20I win against Malaysia since 2019. The win also boosts Hong Kong's confidence ahead of the upcoming Asia Cup Qualifier, which will be held in Oman in September 2023.
Top 5 FAQs
1. What is the Tri-Nation T20I Series? A: It is a three-team T20 International tournament featuring Hong Kong, Malaysia, and China.
2. Who won the 3rd match of the series? A: Hong Kong
3. What was the winning margin? A: 2 wickets
4. Who was the captain of the winning team? A: Aizaz Khan
5. When will the Asia Cup Qualifier be held? A: September 2023
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