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WATCH: Shafali Verma pulls off MS Dhoni, defends last ball of over to allow Meg Lanning score fifty in WPL 2024
Shafali Verma played a selfless act in the WPL 2024 game against UP Warriorz women. The star batter defended the last ball of the 14th over in order to allow Meg Lanning to score fifty. The gesture of the Indian batter won the hearts of the fans on social media. Many had a throwback to a similar incident in the past which involved two legends of the game.
In the semifinal of the T20 WC 2014, India took on South Africa. As SA posted a great total of 172 runs on the board, India chased down the target with relative ease, thanks to brilliant knocks from Virat Kohli and Suresh Raina. India needed just one run in the last seven balls of the innings. Beuran Hendricks was the bowler and MS Dhoni was on strike.
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The left-arm pacer bowled a slower bouncer towards the chest height of the batter. Dhoni had all the time in the world to clear the ball towards the mid-wicket region to finish the game in style. However, the former Indian skipper opted to just defend the ball. When Virat asked why he defended the ball, Dhoni signalled him to finish the things in style to grab the limelight.
Shafali Verma recreates MS Dhoni
The incident has been etched in the memories of the fans and is regarded as one of the most selfless acts by a batter. Shefali did something similar in the game against UP Warriorz. Having scored 64 herself, the opener knew that her captain was on 49 at the other end. While the bowler delivered a fuller ball, the DC opener had all the time in the world to dispatch it over the fence.
However, Shafali defended the ball and allowed her skipper to take strike the following over. The move from the youngster was praised by the fans. Lanning went on to score a fifty and perished a ball after that. Jemimah Rodrigues entered the middle and hit a boundary to finish the match for DC women with 33 balls to spare.
The Janakpur Bolts clinched a playoff berth in the Nepal Premier League following a decisive victory over the Kathmandu Gurkhas. In a low-scoring encounter, the Gurkhas set a modest target of 102 runs, with their batting lineup struggling against the disciplined Bolts’ bowling attack. Sushan Bhari led the charge, taking crucial wickets and restricting the opposition’s scoring opportunities.
The Bolts chased the target with composure, showcasing strong batting performances from their top order. Opener Arjun Saud played a steady innings, while other batters ensured no major collapses en route to victory. This win solidifies Janakpur’s position in the league standings and marks their entry into the playoffs, where they will look to maintain their momentum.
For Kathmandu Gurkhas, the loss is a significant setback, leaving them on the brink of elimination. The team’s inability to capitalize on key moments, particularly in their batting, highlighted their struggles in the tournament.
With their playoff spot secured, the Bolts have demonstrated consistency and resilience, making them strong contenders for the title. Fans eagerly anticipate their upcoming matches as the tournament heads into its decisive stages.
Karnali Yaks posted 128/7 in 20 overs against Lumbini Lions in their Nepal Premier League clash. Contributions from the middle order, especially Sharad Vesawkar (30 runs) and Sunil Dhamala (25 runs), helped stabilize the innings after a shaky start. Lumbini Lions bowlers, led by Sompal Kami and Lalit Rajbanshi, kept Karnali’s scoring in check with disciplined bowling.
The Lions now face a manageable chase to secure their second win of the season.
Kathmandu Gurkhas, after opting to bat first, set Janakpur Bolts a modest target of 102 runs in their ongoing Nepal Premier League (NPL) match. Kathmandu’s innings ended at 101/10 in 19.3 overs. They struggled throughout, with only Gerhard Erasmus (20) and Stephen Eskinazi (17) offering resistance. The rest of the batting line-up faltered, with notable contributions from Karan KC (19) and Shahab Alam (8*).
Janakpur’s bowlers dominated, with Lalit Rajbanshi and Sher Malla both taking three wickets each, while Mohammad Mohsin added two. The Bolts are now tasked with chasing a relatively low total to secure the win.
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