Irfan Pathan still has his mojo! The Bhilwara Kings Innings guided his side to a 3-wicket victory over India Capitals in the opening game of the Legends League Cricket 2023. Tasked to chase 229, Pathan slammed an unbeaten 19 ball 65 run knock to help his side clinch a thrilling win.
Irfan Pathan unleashed his carnage, batting with a strike rate of 342.11. He slammed a solitary four and 9 sixes to show that he still knows how to hammer big shots and win games for his side.
Batting first Gautam Gambhir’s side India Capitals managed a strong score of 228. Skipper Gambhir slammed a 35-ball 63, accompanied by a brilliant fifty from Kirk Edwards. Irfan Pathan was expensive with the ball but managed to scalp a wicket after giving away 31 runs from 2 overs.
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Then came the mega chase. Solomon Mire kept the Bhilwara Kings going with a defiant 70-run knock. Yusuf Pathan showcased his talent with a short cameo with a 6-ball 16-run knock.
Then came the mighty knock from Irfan Pathan. He came out with all guns blazing and guided his side to a victory in the opening game of the tournament.