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In a one-sided encounter at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah Warriors dominated Dubai Capitals, securing a convincing victory in the International League T20. Maheesh Theekshana’s magical spell with the ball left Dubai Capitals reeling, ultimately leading to their downfall on a challenging day.

Dubai Capitals Struggle

Dubai Capitals faced a challenging day with the bat after winning the toss and opting to bat first. The Sharjah Warriors’ bowlers, led by the impressive Maheesh Theekshana, wreaked havoc, restricting the Capitals to a paltry total of 104 runs in 18.2 overs. Sikandar Raza was the top scorer for Dubai Capitals with a gritty 22 off 25 deliveries, while Roelof van der Merwe contributed a quick 21 off 14 balls.

The Dubai Capitals lost the wickets like a procession, with Theekshana finishing with remarkable figures of 4/20 in his four-over spell. Theekshana broke the back of the Capitals’ middle order after the new ball bowlers and gave nothing away to the batters. Daniel Sams also played a crucial role in dismantling the Capitals’ batting lineup, claiming three wickets for 28 runs in his four overs.

Sharjah Warriors Cruise to Victory

Chasing a modest target of 105 runs, Sharjah Warriors commenced their innings confidently. Openers Niroshan Dickwella and Johnson Charles set the tone with a solid partnership of 70 runs. Charles, in particular, was in sublime form, scoring an unbeaten 43 off 33 balls, steering the team towards victory. Dickwella played a complementary role, contributing 37 runs from 30 deliveries.

The Capitals’ bowlers struggled to make an impact, with Haider Ali being the only one to claim a wicket, dismissing Niroshan Dickwella for 37. And the Sharjah Warriors comfortably reached the target in just 13.1 overs, sealing a dominant nine-wicket win.

Maheesh Theekshana’s Brilliance

Undoubtedly, the star of the match was Maheesh Theekshana, whose exceptional bowling performance dismantled Dubai Capitals and set the stage for Sharjah Warriors’ comprehensive victory. Theekshana’s ability to pick up wickets at crucial intervals and maintain pressure on the opposition batsmen played a pivotal role in the outcome of the game. The young Sri Lankan spinner’s impressive figures of 4/20 earned him the well-deserved title of Player of the Match.

With this commanding win, Sharjah Warriors will look to carry the momentum into their upcoming fixtures, while Dubai Capitals will need to regroup and reassess their strategy for the challenges ahead in the International League T20. The Capitals will face the Desert Vipers in their next fixture.