Muhammad Kashif hit 2 sixes in the final over to grab a dramatic win for 2s against Grampian. After an epic innings of 73 from Sameer Bin Khalid from 114 balls, Grammar timed their assault just right to snatch victory. Needing 10 from the final over, the equation was still 7 from the final 3 balls but two sixes off the 4th and 5th ball carried Grammar to the win.
It was a game that ebbed and flowed with Grampian falling from 105 for 2 to 120 for 6 thanks to smart bowling from Grammar, but Grampian fought back to eventually post 172 all out, the 3.3 overs they did not bat ultimately proving vital. Skipper Abdul Saboor chipped in with 3 for 24 and Hasnain Javaid picked up 3 for 39. Bin Khalid took 2 for 34 with Moman and Kashif also claiming a wicket.
Grammar started quite slowly and for long spells were behind the rate but kept wickets in reserve due to Bin Khalid’s smart batting. He struggled for any sustained support and when he fell with the score on 144 for 7, Grammar appeared doomed, however helped by extras and 18 from Amjad, Grammar got in range for Kashif to guide them home to a great win which pulls them level on top spot, only behind Grampian on NRR. Next up is 2nd Masterblasters at St Margarets.
Man of the Match
Sameer for his runs and wickets
Champagne Moment
The late six hitting
