Said Nazeer Afridi's 4-Wicket Haul Seals It for Dubai
Dubai have won by 8 wickets. Emirates Red batted first and posted 24/10 in 14.3 overs. Dubai chased down 25 in just 2.3 overs.
With the ball, Said Nazeer Afridi delivered figures of 4/10 in 4 overs (Econ 2.5). A match-defining spell that tore through the batting order.
EMR lead the series 16-4. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
The match was effectively decided in the first innings itself. Losing 10 wickets for just 24 put Emirates Red on the back foot from the start, and the chase was never in doubt.
Key Performers
12* off 5 balls (SR 240), 2 fours, 0 sixes
4/10 in 4 overs (Econ: 2.50)
Verdict
Dubai showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Emirates Red were outplayed in all departments. A 8 wickets defeat lays bare the gaps in their game — the batting lacked application and the bowling had no answers. Plenty of hard conversations ahead of the next match. EMR lead the series 16-4. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.