LEEDS, England – Kamran Akmal turned again the clock with a scintillating century that propelled the Pakistan Champions to a dominant 49-run victory over the struggling West Indies Champions within the World Championship of Legends on Saturday.
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The defeat marked the Caribbean facet’s third in 4 matches, leaving them teetering at fourth on the desk.
Century of authority: Akmal takes heart stage
Electing to bat first after profitable the toss, Pakistan Champions capitalized on pristine batting circumstances. Akmal, the veteran wicketkeeper-batsman, was imperious from the outset, smashing a blinding 113 off simply 62 deliveries. His innings featured a flurry of 13 boundaries and 5 towering sixes, anchoring Pakistan’s commanding whole of 200 for 4 of their allotted 20 overs.
It was a efficiency of medical aggression and finesse—one which overwhelmed the West Indies assault and set the tone for a convincing win.
Rumman Raes wreaks early havoc
In response, the West Indies Champions stumbled out of the blocks and by no means recovered. Seamer Rumman Raes delivered a shocking opening spell, tearing by means of the highest order. He eliminated power-hitters Chris Gayle, Dwayne Smith, and Lendl Simmons in speedy succession, successfully neutralizing the Windies’ firepower earlier than it may ignite.
Raes completed with eye-catching figures of three for 4 from his three-over burst, dismantling the spine of the West Indies chase with surgical precision.
Fleeting resistance from Walton and Bravo
Regardless of the early carnage, the Caribbean facet managed to keep away from whole collapse due to pockets of resistance. Chadwick Walton compiled a fluent 42 off 30 balls, whereas Wayne Perkins (30) and Ashley Nurse (25) offered some temporary sparks. Dwayne Bravo remained unbeaten on 30, however the run price ballooned past attain as wickets continued to fall at essential junctures.
The West Indies Champions in the end limped to 151 for seven of their 20 overs—effectively wanting the goal.
Pakistan stays unbeaten; West Indies struggles deepen
With this victory, Pakistan maintained their unblemished report within the match, clinching their third win in as many video games to climb to second within the standings.
The West Indies, nonetheless, discover themselves underneath mounting strain. With just one win from 4 outings, their hopes of a turnaround are hanging by a thread.
Bowling brilliance rounds off Pakistan’s efficiency
Whereas Akmal’s century grabbed the headlines, the supporting forged additionally shone. Aamer Yamin (2-23) and Sohail Tanvir (2-23) ensured Pakistan’s grip by no means loosened. Their managed spells choked the scoring price and sealed the destiny of the Windies Champions.
The Pakistan Champions, now driving a wave of confidence, are well-poised for a powerful end within the match. In the meantime, the West Indies Champions should regroup swiftly in the event that they hope to salvage their marketing campaign.
Because the World Championship of Legends heats up, the brilliance of Akmal’s century serves as a stark reminder: class is everlasting—and match-winning.
