MI Emirates Crush Sharjah Warriorz by Nine Wickets in ILT20 2025

In a thrilling encounter of the International League T20 (ILT20) 2025, MI Emirates showcased their dominance by defeating Sharjah Warriorz by nine wickets. The highlight of the match was Tom Banton’s spectacular unbeaten century, leading his team to a comfortable victory while chasing a target of 177 runs.

Sharjah Warriorz Sets a Challenging Target

After winning the toss, MI Emirates opted to bowl first. Sharjah Warriorz managed to score 176 runs for the loss of nine wickets in their 20 overs. The innings was spearheaded by Johnson Charles, who top-scored with a brisk 59 runs off 42 balls, including six fours and three sixes. Avishka Fernando also contributed significantly with a quickfire 39 off just 17 balls.

On the bowling front, Fazalhaq Farooqi was the standout performer for MI Emirates, taking 4 wickets for just 24 runs. His crucial wickets included that of Jason Roy and Johnson Charles, helping to restrict Sharjah’s scoring.

Tom Banton and Kusal Perera’s Stellar Partnership

Chasing 177, MI Emirates lost Muhammad Waseem early but quickly recovered thanks to an extraordinary partnership between Tom Banton and Kusal Perera. The duo put on an unbeaten 165-run stand, effectively dismantling the Warriorz bowling attack. Banton finished with a remarkable 102 runs off 55 balls, while Perera supported him with a solid 56 not out off 42 balls.

MI Emirates reached the target in just 17.4 overs, showcasing their batting prowess and teamwork.

Points Table Update

This victory propelled MI Emirates to second place on the points table with four points and a net run rate of +0.277, while Sharjah Warriorz settled in third place, also with four points but a negative net run rate of -0.201. The Desert Vipers remain at the top, unbeaten after four matches.

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