Defending Champions Team India beat Pakistan by 2 wickets at the finale of the 5th ODI Blind Cricket World Cup held at Sharjah Stadium in UAE
India continued their champion streak at the 5th ODI Blind Cricket World Cup at Sharjah as the team managed to win a close contest in the finals by two wickets with one over to spare. Impressive bowling and performance by the Indian players helped them in making 307/8 in 40 overs. Deepak Malik & Rambir took two wickets each and Sunil Ramesh took one.
Badar Muni’s half-century helped Pakistan to set a respectable target. While he scored 57 in 61 balls, Risayat Khan made 48 in 38 balls. Skipper Nisar Ali's quick 47 turned out to be the highlight of Pakistan's batting. Man of the Match Sunil Ramesh’s scintillating 93 runs in 67 balls and skipper Ajay Reddy’s 62 in 60 balls guided India to win.
Chasing the score Prakash and Venkatesh opened grand with a flying start, as the two managed the scoring rate of 10 per over. Venkatesh scored 35 in 32 balls, while Prakash scored 44 in 42 balls.
Mr. GK Mahantesh, President CABI & World Blind Cricket congratulated Team India for their game throughout the tournament, as they remain unbeaten throughout the world cup. He thanked honorable PM who, in his tweet appreciated the players immediately after the victory. He also appreciated Pakistan's Blind Cricket Board for hosting 5th ODI world cup successfully amidst many challenges.
Team India bagged AED 15000 as Prize Amount along with the trophy. The final was attended by Pakistan’s legendary batsman and former International Cricket Council President Zaheer Abbas, former Indian wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani, Consulate General Vipul and many others.
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