![ILT20 2024 [WATCH]: Dan Mousley shatters Leus du Plooy’s stumps with a perfect yorker in EMI vs DUB clash](https://crickettimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dan-Mousley-and-Leus-du-Plooy.webp "ILT20 2024 [WATCH]: Dan Mousley shatters Leus du Plooy’s stumps with a perfect yorker in EMI vs DUB clash")
Table of Contents
- Max Holden and Tom Banton set the stage
- Leus du Plooy’s counter-attack and Dan Mousley’s decisive blow
- Setting a modest target
- Bowling brilliance from MI Emirates
- Emirates’ response: Openers falter, Andre Fletcher shines
- Wickets tumble despite Fletcher’s efforts
- Jordan Thompson’s lone stand
- Capitals’ bowlers seal the deal
In the intense clash between MI Emirates and Dubai Capitals in the match 29 of ILT20 UAE 2024, the talk of the town was undeniably the sensational yorker delivered by Dan Mousley, which dismantled the stumps of the formidable Leus du Plooy from the Capitals’ lineup.
Max Holden and Tom Banton set the stage:
The Capitals started on a strong note with Max Holden and Tom Banton combining forces to build an impressive partnership, amassing 88 runs in the initial 9 overs. However, the turning point arrived when Wasqar Salamkheil orchestrated the dismissal of Holden, opening the door for Emirates to make a comeback.
Leus du Plooy’s counter-attack and Dan Mousley’s decisive blow
Leus du Plooy, the South African batter, aimed to counter-attack, showcasing his aggressive intent by smashing three boundaries in the first 10 balls he faced. As the Capitals sought to consolidate, du Plooy’s presence promised a revival. Mousley, however, had different plans. On the fourth delivery of the 13th over, Mousley unleashed a rapid, flat yorker from around the wicket. The delivery, fired in with precision, crashed into the timber, toppling the stumps, and leaving du Plooy’s attempted room-making strategy in vain. The fierce yorker stood as a testament to Mousley’s skill and accuracy.
Here’s the video:
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Setting a modest target
Despite du Plooy’s departure, the Capitals somehow managed to set a modest target of 147 runs for the Emirates, concluding their innings at the loss of nine wickets. Holden emerged as the top-scorer, contributing 51 runs off 33 balls, adorned with 10 boundaries.
Bowling brilliance from MI Emirates
Vijayakanth Viyaskanth and Mousley emerged as the chief tormentors for MI Emirates, collectively securing two wickets each. Their tight and disciplined bowling created a web of pressure for the Capitals, resulting in crucial breakthroughs at pivotal junctures. The rest of the bowling unit contributed significantly, with each bowler taking one wicket apiece, showcasing a collective and well-rounded effort to contain the Capitals’ batting onslaught.
Emirates’ response: Openers falter, Andre Fletcher shines
In reply to the Emirates a faced an early setback, both openers Muhammad Waseem and Kusal Perera being dismissed for 11 runs each.The early breakthroughs provided the Capitals with an early advantage, putting the Emirates on the back foot. However, the experienced Andre Fletcher stepped up to the challenge, anchoring the innings with a composed 45. His innings provided the stability needed in the top order, momentarily steering MI Emirates towards a potential recovery.
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Wickets tumble despite Fletcher’s efforts
Despite Fletcher’s efforts, the Emirates batting lineup faced consistent blows, with wickets falling at regular intervals. The Capitals’ bowlers, led by the outstanding Haider Ali, capitalized on the momentum gained from the early dismissals. Ali’s exceptional bowling performance yielded a three-wicket haul, dismantling the opposition’s middle order and restricting their scoring opportunities. Zahir Khan complemented Ali’s brilliance by securing two crucial wickets, adding to the mounting pressure on MI Emirates.
Jordan Thompson’s lone stand
Amidst the batting collapse, Jordan Thompson displayed resilience at the no.7 position, emerging as the only batter who reached double-digits after Fletcher. His contribution of 17 runs was crucial in preventing a complete collapse, although the rest of the batting order succumbed to the relentless pressure exerted by the the Capitals’ bowlers.
Capitals’ bowlers seal the deal
In the end, it was the exceptional bowling performance from the the Capitals that sealed the deal. Ali’s three-wicket haul, Khan’s crucial contributions with two wickets, and the remaining bowlers chipping in with one wicket each showcased the team’s bowling depth and efficiency. The collective effort restricted the Emirates to 128/8, securing a comprehensive 19-run victory for the Capitals.
