The final match of the Zim Afro T10 was full of sixes and boundaries. The match went on till the last over. It was really tough to anticipate the winner of the match even in the last 3 overs. However, Hazratullah was there to make his brilliant contribution to the team. He was there from the first to the last ball of the inning for his team. In the end, he was able to make his team win in the MS Dhoni style, with a winning boundary.
Also read: Zim Afro T10 Final: Joburg Buffaloes vs Durban Qalandars
Contribution of Hazratullah Zazai‘s contribution
Zazai’s contribution was more than an individual’s contribution. That is because till the time he was rotating the strike, the batter on the other end felt confident in playing his shot.
- Zazai and his opening partner came out to bat, to chase a big target of 128 runs, in only 10 overs.
- The openers were aware about the Joburg Buffaloes bowling potential. However, it was only Zizai who looked forward to staying there till the end. His opening partner got out while slogging the ball for a big six.
- Zizai knew if he gets out, then the whole team will crumble down. So, he ensured to stay there and cement his place at the crease.
- When the team score was 68-1, than Zizai’s score was only 13(8). It looked from the outside, that he might be batting slow, but he was saving his energy for the end.
- Soon, Zizai took the charge and he started hitting some big sixes.
- At the end of the game, Zizai got 43 runs only on 22 balls. He made exactly 1/3rd runs contribution of the team’s total.
The innings of Zizai shows that even in T10 Cricket patience and temperament is required. That can help you to finish the game.
