The Zim Afro T10 tournament witnessed a spectacular performance from the 42-year-old captain of the Joburg Buffaloes, Mohammad Hafeez. The match was played on July 21, 2023, at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, Zimbabwe, where the Joburg Buffaloes took on the Bulawayo Braves.
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Hafeez’s contribution with the ball was just as crucial as his innings with the bat. The Joburg Buffaloes had posted a competitive total of 105 runs in their allotted 10 overs. However, the Bulawayo Braves started their innings on a positive note, with their openers scoring runs at a brisk pace.
Mohammad Hafeez was brought into the attack in the 4th over of the innings, and he immediately made an impact. He dismissed the dangerous Sikandar Raza of the Bulawayo Braves in his very first over, which helped to put the brakes on the opposition’s scoring rate. Raza’s wicket was the turning point of the match, as it triggered a collapse in the Bulawayo Braves’ batting line-up.
Hafeez continued to bowl with great control and accuracy, and he picked up his second and third wickets in the same over. Bulawayo Braves’ captain was a crucial breakthrough, as it left the opposition with too much to do in the remaining overs. Hafeez ended the match with figures of 6 wickets for just 4 runs in his 2 overs.
Hafeez’s performance with the ball was impressive. He bowled with great accuracy and control, and he was able to pick up crucial wickets at important moments in the match. His experience and skill were on full display during the match, and he proved that he is still a force to be reckoned with in T10 cricket.
The Joburg Buffaloes won the match by 10 runs, with Hafeez being named the player of the match for his brilliant performance. His contribution with the ball was crucial in helping the Joburg Buffaloes secure a victory in the tournament.
Hafeez’s performance was praised by both fans and experts, with many hailing him as the star of the match.
