Shakib’s Montreal Tigers Stays Unbeaten in GT20
The Montreal Tigers, led by Shakib Al Hasan, stayed unbeaten in the Global T20 when they achieved a remarkable six-wicket victory over Vancouver Knights, boosting them to the top of the GT20 Canada table with their third consecutive win.
Shakib Al Hasan, the Bangladeshi maestro, had a challenging day with the ball as he struggled to find his rhythm. His four-over spell yielded 41 runs without any wickets, allowing the Vancouver Knights to reach a respectable total of 149 for four. Despite this setback, Shakib’s experience and leadership remained crucial in guiding his team’s bowling attack.
On the batting front, Shakib’s performance was somewhat subdued as he managed to score only 12 runs off eight deliveries before departing early in the innings. His dismissal left the Montreal Tigers reeling at three for 21 after just 2.5 overs, facing a tough situation against a determined Vancouver Knights side.
However, when the going gets tough, the tough get going, and the Montreal Tigers found their savior in the form of Sherfane Rutherford. The explosive West Indian batsman played a scintillating unbeaten knock of 84 runs from 53 balls, completely turning the tide of the match. His breathtaking display of power hitting included six massive sixes and 13 well-timed boundaries, leaving the opposition bowlers in awe and the Tigers’ supporters in raptures.
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As Rutherford combined forces with Dipendra Singh Airee, the duo formed a vital partnership worth 83 runs. Their resilience and composure under pressure allowed the Tigers to regain control of the match and cruise towards victory with 11 deliveries to spare. Airee’s contribution of 21 not out played a significant role in supporting Rutherford’s aggressive onslaught.
The Vancouver Knights, having been asked to bat first by the Montreal Tigers, encountered an early setback when they lost opener Rayyan Pathan. However, Fakhar Zaman’s exceptional innings of 73 runs brought stability to their innings and kept the scoreboard ticking. The Knights managed to reach 49/1 at the end of the Powerplay, giving them a solid platform to build upon.
Despite their promising start, the Knights struggled to maintain momentum throughout their innings. Regular wickets kept them from accelerating the run rate, and they concluded their innings at 149/4. While they had set a competitive target, they were well aware of the formidable batting lineup possessed by the Montreal Tigers.
The Tigers’ response in the chase began with a stutter, as the dismissals of Chris Lynn for a duck and Mohammad Wasim for just one run put them on the back foot early on. Shakib Al Hasan’s departure further compounded their worries. However, it was Sherfane Rutherford’s sublime exhibition of power hitting that turned the tide in the Tigers’ favor.
The fans at the stadium were treated to a masterclass in T20 batting, as Rutherford’s ferocious hitting took the game away from the Knights. His ability to find gaps in the field, coupled with his brute force, helped the Tigers maintain a healthy run rate throughout the innings.
By the time Rutherford and Airee finished their partnership, the Montreal Tigers were within touching distance of victory. Rutherford’s calculated assault allowed the team to reach 153/4, securing a convincing six-wicket win and propelling the Tigers to the top of the GT20 Canada points table.
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