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United Arab Emirates vs Ireland, Final Match Summary

UAE vs IRE, 2022 - T20 Summary

United Arab Emirates vs Ireland Scorecard
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Final, Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket (Ministry Turf 1), Oman , Feb 24, 2022
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
160/3 (18.4/20)
Ireland Ireland
159 (20.0/20)
United Arab Emirates beat Ireland by 7 wickets
  • Player of the Match
    Waseem Muhammad
    112(66)
  • Player of the Series
    Vriitya Aravind
IRE 159/10
Bat Top Batsmen
<a href=/cricket/players/110824-harry-tector-playerprofile>Harry Tector</a>
Harry Tector
50 (37)
  • 1x4s
  • 3x6s
  • 135.13SR
Shane Getkate
Shane Getkate
30 (19)
  • 0x4s
  • 3x6s
  • 157.89SR
Bowl Top Bowlers
UAE 160/3
Bat Top Batsmen
<a href=/cricket/players/114317-waseem-muhammad-playerprofile>Muhammad Waseem</a>
Muhammad Waseem
112 (66)
  • 7x4s
  • 8x6s
  • 169.69SR
<a href=/cricket/players/62868-rohan-mustafa-playerprofile>Rohan Mustafa</a>
Rohan Mustafa
37 (35)
  • 2x4s
  • 0x6s
  • 105.71SR
Bowl Top Bowlers
Bowler
Josh Little
ECON 4.25
4
OVERS
17/2
R/W
Bowler
Andy McBrine
ECON 9.66
3
OVERS
29/1
R/W
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Right then! That is all we have from this match and from the 2022 T20 World Cup Qualifier A as well. It's been a fascinating few days of cricketing action. Two sides have made it through to the preliminary stages of the T20 World Cup later in the year in Australia. The winners, UAE will join Sri Lanka and Namibia in Group A whereas Ireland will be a part of Group B which includes West Indies and Scotland. Hope you enjoyed the coverage. Take care and goodbye!
A big moment now as Ahmed Raza is presented the winning trophy which he lifts with his team. All the members seem elated and pose for a team photograph as well.
The winning captain, Ahmed Raza says that Aravind is a special kid and he has been the reason for their success in this tournament. Adds that the opposition were still 20 runs or so short and they had a simple chat at the interval to chase it down as the pitch was a belter. Mentions that they were disappointed to miss out on the home World Cup last year but they have bounced back now and he congratulates Waseem for his brilliant ton today. He then goes on to thank all the curators and the opposition skipper for making it through to the World Cup and hopes that both sides can make it through to the Super 8 stage.
Vriitya Aravind is the PLAYER OF THE SERIES for his exceptional effort with the blade. He says, he doesn't mind if he doesn't score but all that matters it to get the side over the line. Mentions, all the senior players supported the youngsters in the camp. Adds that all he could think about going to Australia and that motivated him to perform at such a high level. Ends by saying, they aren't going to go there just to participate but they will make sure to give a solid fight and make it into the main World Cup stage.
Waseem Muhammad is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his match-winning knock. He says that he is grateful for the opportunity given to him, whether he is scoring runs or not, the team had confidence in him. He adds that the captain just told him to stay on the crease for as long as possible and he is glad to have played well today. Mentions that his elbow is fine at the moment and ends by saying that he is very excited to play the World Cup in Australia.
Irish skipper, Andy Balbirnie is in for a chat. He says, they played really good cricket and he congratulates them for their effort. Mentions, 159 was not enough, it was a pretty good wicket and they wanted more by the end of it. Adds, the best of the day won. He says that the focus is now on Australia. They have a lot of work to do and they are excited about it. Ends by thanking everyone for producing such a lovely event.
... Presentation ceremony ...
Earlier in the day, the Irish tail fought valiantly to get their side to a competitive total of 159 runs. This was well backed up by Josh Little who gave them a brilliant start with the ball. This was all washed away as Waseem Muhammad turned on the heat on what was already a very scorching day and notched up his second T20I ton. United Arab Emirates end up becoming the champions of the 2022 T20 World Cup Qualifiers A. Stay tuned for the presentation ceremony.
Well, 159 didn't seem enough but Ireland had all the momentum coming into the chase. They made it count as Josh Little got two wickets in the 4th over and the Irish bogged down their opponents inside the Powerplay. However, the lack of control from the spinners in the middle overs really cost them. Ireland could not pick up another wicket until it was too late and their bowlers were smashed to all parts of the ground by Waseem Muhammad. In the end, it was a disappointing effort in the field and the trophy that seemed to be theirs at one point slipped out of their grasp. They finish second and will now head into Group B of the preliminary stage of the 2022 T20 World Cup.
United Arab Emirates lost a bit of momentum going into the interval and were reeling at 12/2 inside 4 overs. They seemed to have let the final slip out of their grabs but Waseem Muhammad stepped up big time. He was very well supported by Rohan Mustafa who played very smartly and even hit the winning runs in the end. The pair added on 141 runs for the third wicket and Waseem became just the 10th man to score more than one T20I century, both of them coming against Ireland. Waseem got out at the death but he had already sealed the deal and UAE won the 2022 T20 World Cup Qualifier A!
What a topsy-turvy and cracking final this has been! In the end, it's one man who has made all the difference and that man is Waseem Muhammad. What a sensational knock he has played in the final to bring the trophy home for United Arab Emirates!
Over 18.4 : 160/3
7 Runs
  • 018.1
  • 418.2
  • 218.3
  • 118.4
R. Mustafa
37 (35)
B. Hameed
0 (0)
B. McCarthy
3.4-0-37-0
18.4
1
Barry McCarthy To Rohan Mustafa
A length ball, on middle and leg. Rohan Mustafa tucks it to mid-wicket and scampers through for a quick single. UAE WIN THE GAME BY 7 WICKETS.
18.3
2
Barry McCarthy To Rohan Mustafa
A length ball, on off. Rohan Mustafa swings hard at it. The ball takes the outside edge and runs down to third man. They take a brace.
18.2
4
Barry McCarthy To Rohan Mustafa
FOUR! Rohan Mustafa applying the finishing touches now. Back of a length, outside off. Rohan Mustafa stands tall and pulls it through mid-wicket for a boundary.
18.1
0
Barry McCarthy To Rohan Mustafa
A length ball, on off, blocked out.
Basil Hameed is in at number 5.
Over 18 : 153/3
12 Runs
  • 117.1
  • 317.2
  • 1 LB 17.3
  • 117.4
  • 617.5
  • W 17.6
W. Muhammad
112 (66)
R. Mustafa
30 (31)
A. McBrine
3-0-29-1
17.6
W
Andy McBrine To Waseem Muhammad OUT!
OUT! CAUGHT! Hearthbreak for Waseem Muhammad, he would've wanted to end the game here, but his departure is fitting, as all the players and the fans are on their feet greeting him with a standing ovation as he trudges off the field. Fired in full and outside off. Waseem looks to cream it through covers but hits it uppishly and straight to the Irish captain. Andy Balbirnie takes a sharp catch at the cover region and Waseem has to depart after a sensational knock.
17.5
6
Andy McBrine To Waseem Muhammad
SIX! BANG! Floated, full and on off. Waseem Muhammad stays back and smokes it over the mid-wicket fence for a maximum.
17.4
1
Andy McBrine To Rohan Mustafa
Full and on off. Rohan Mustafa lofts it over the bowler's head for just one to long off.
17.3
lb
Andy McBrine To Waseem Muhammad
LEG BYE! Floated, full and on leg. Waseem Muhammad looks to sweep it away. The ball goes to fine leg off his pads. The cross for a leg bye.
17.2
3
Andy McBrine To Rohan Mustafa
Flighted, full and on leg. Rohan Mustafa looks to sweep it away but gets it to fine leg off the inside edge. The batters take three runs.
17.1
1
Andy McBrine To Waseem Muhammad
Full and on leg. Waseem Muhammad flicks it to mid-wicket for a single.
Over 17 : 141/2
9 Runs
  • 216.1
  • 416.2
  • 016.3
  • 116.4
  • 1 B 16.5
  • 116.6
W. Muhammad
105 (62)
R. Mustafa
26 (29)
S. Singh
4-0-42-0
16.6
1
Simi Singh To Waseem Muhammad
It's the leg-break now, around off. Waseem Muhammad edges it down to third man for a single.
16.5
b
Simi Singh To Rohan Mustafa
Bye! Through everyone! Quicker, around off. Mustafa misses the drive and the keeper fails to collect. The batters scamper through for a bye.
16.4
1
Simi Singh To Waseem Muhammad
Flatter, around off. This is pushed towards cover for a single.
16.3
0
Simi Singh To Waseem Muhammad
On off, Waseem Muhammad blocks it out watchfully.
16.2
4
Simi Singh To Waseem Muhammad
FOUR! ONE HUNDRED FOR WASEEM MUHAMMAD. What a knock by him. He just loves batting against Ireland. This is his second ton against the Irish side. Floated, full and on leg. Waseem Muhammad flicks it through square leg for a boundary. Waseem Muhammad is leading his side to the finish line here.
16.1
2
Simi Singh To Waseem Muhammad
A length ball, outside off. Waseem Muhammad punches it to point for a brace.
This does not look good for UAE. Waseem Muhammad is batting on 97 and has taken his team so close to victory but he seems to have got a blow on the elbow. That is nasty to be honest and the physio is out to have a look. The elbow has swollen up and we hope that Waseem is fine. The right elbow is being strapped up and Waseem wants to continue, he wants that ton. Amazing spirit from the guy.
Over 16 : 132/2
9 Runs
  • 115.1
  • 115.2
  • 415.3
  • 115.4
  • 115.5
  • 115.6
W. Muhammad
97 (57)
R. Mustafa
26 (28)
M. Adair
3-0-13-0
15.6
1
Mark Adair To Waseem Muhammad
Slightly short and on off. Waseem Muhammad guides it to third man for a single. It comes off the inside edge and hits him on his elbow on it's way. Waseem Muhammad looks to be in some pain.
Full Commentary
18 OV
12 Runs
A. McBrine to W. Muhammad R. Mustafa
  • 117.1
  • 317.2
  • 1 LB 17.3
  • 117.4
  • 617.5
  • W 17.6
17 OV
9 Runs
S. Singh to W. Muhammad R. Mustafa
  • 216.1
  • 416.2
  • 016.3
  • 116.4
  • 1 B 16.5
  • 116.6
16 OV
9 Runs
M. Adair to W. Muhammad R. Mustafa
  • 115.1
  • 115.2
  • 415.3
  • 115.4
  • 115.5
  • 115.6
15 OV
9 Runs
J. Little to W. Muhammad R. Mustafa
  • 414.1
  • 214.2
  • 014.3
  • 114.4
  • 1 LB 14.5
  • 114.6
14 OV
18 Runs
S. Singh to W. Muhammad R. Mustafa
  • 213.1
  • 613.2
  • 1 WD 13.3
  • 613.3
  • 113.4
  • 113.5
  • 113.6
13 OV
10 Runs
B. McCarthy to R. Mustafa W. Muhammad
  • 112.1
  • 112.2
  • 112.3
  • 612.4
  • 112.5
  • 012.6
12 OV
17 Runs
G. Delany to R. Mustafa W. Muhammad
  • 111.1
  • 611.2
  • 411.3
  • 111.4
  • 111.5
  • 411.6
11 OV
10 Runs
S. Singh to W. Muhammad R. Mustafa
  • 610.1
  • 110.2
  • 110.3
  • 010.4
  • 110.5
  • 110.6
10 OV
13 Runs
A. McBrine to R. Mustafa W. Muhammad
  • 19.1
  • 19.2
  • 1 WD 9.3
  • 19.3
  • 69.4
  • 29.5
  • 19.6
9 OV
6 Runs
S. Singh to R. Mustafa W. Muhammad
  • 18.1
  • 08.2
  • 18.3
  • 1 WD 8.4
  • 08.4
  • 28.5
  • 18.6
8 OV
5 Runs
A. McBrine to R. Mustafa W. Muhammad
  • 17.1
  • 17.2
  • 17.3
  • 07.4
  • 17.5
  • 17.6
7 OV
14 Runs
B. McCarthy to W. Muhammad R. Mustafa
  • 66.1
  • 46.2
  • 16.3
  • 16.4
  • 16.5
  • 16.6
6 OV
3 Runs
J. Little to W. Muhammad R. Mustafa
  • 05.1
  • 15.2
  • 15.3
  • 05.4
  • 15.5
  • 05.6
5 OV
6 Runs
B. McCarthy to R. Mustafa W. Muhammad
  • 14.1
  • 04.2
  • 14.3
  • 04.4
  • 04.5
  • 44.6
4 OV
1 Runs
J. Little to W. Muhammad C. Suri V. Aravind
  • 1 LB 3.1
  • 03.2
  • W 3.3
  • 03.4
  • W 3.5
  • 03.6
3 OV
4 Runs
M. Adair to C. Suri W. Muhammad
  • 02.1
  • 12.2
  • 02.3
  • 1 LB 2.4
  • 12.5
  • 12.6
2 OV
6 Runs
J. Little to W. Muhammad C. Suri
  • 11.1
  • 01.2
  • 01.3
  • 11.4
  • 01.5
  • 41.6
1 OV
1 Runs
M. Adair to W. Muhammad C. Suri
  • 00.1
  • 00.2
  • 00.3
  • 00.4
  • 10.5
  • 00.6
Match Info
  • Venue Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket (Ministry Turf 1), Oman
  • Weather Bright and Sunny
  • Toss Ireland won the toss and elected to bat
  • Result United Arab Emirates beat Ireland by 7 wickets
  • Player of the Match Waseem Muhammad
  • Player of the Series Vriitya Aravind
  • Umpire Adrian Holdstock (SA), Rahul Asher (OMN) and No TV Umpire
  • Referee Muhammad Javed (PAK)
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