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Holder's bizarre no-ball: A sky-high comedy in ILT20
3 Jan
Summary
- Jason Holder bowled a comical, high, and wide no-ball in the ILT20 Eliminator.
- ADKR posted a competitive 158/7, led by Michael Pepper's 72 runs.
- ADKR defeated DC by 50 runs, advancing to Qualifier 2 with a dominant bowling performance.
During the ILT20 Eliminator clash, ADKR skipper Jason Holder delivered a moment of unexpected comedy with a wildly high and wide no-ball. This unusual delivery, which landed near the slip cordon, drew visible frustration from teammates and amusement online, though it did not deter Holder's performance.
Batting first, ADKR set a competitive total of 158/7, propelled by Michael Pepper's commanding 72 runs. Phil Salt also contributed a brisk 43, and Holder added an unbeaten 22 to solidify the score. DC's chase collapsed early, with Sunil Narine taking crucial wickets in the powerplay to derail their efforts.
ADKR's bowlers, including Liam Livingstone and Holder, maintained pressure throughout the innings. Despite a fighting 27 from Mohammad Nabi, DC was bundled out for 108 in just over 16 overs. Narine's match-winning spell earned him Player of the Match, securing ADKR's spot in Qualifier 2.
