2023-09-27 06:15:00
Hangzhou: Dipendra Singh, a player from Nepal, has made history in the world of cricket by smashing a half-century with 8 sixes off just 9 balls in a men’s cricket match at the ongoing 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. His remarkable performance has earned him the title of the fastest fifty in the history of international Twenty-20 cricket.
In the match between Nepal and Mongolia, which took place on September 27, Mongolia won the toss and elected to bowl. Nepal’s opening batsmen Gusal Purdel and Asif Shaikh made a modest start, scoring 19 runs and 16 runs, respectively. However, the game changed dramatically as Dipendra Singh took the crease.
Singh wasted no time in showcasing his power-hitting skills, as he smashed six consecutive sixes off the first six balls he faced. He continued his onslaught by hitting two more sixes in the next two balls, eventually reaching his fifty off just 9 balls. This not only shattered the previous record set by India’s Yuvraj Singh, who achieved a fifty in 12 balls in Twenty20 internationals, but also established a new world record for the fastest half-century in the history of the format.
Nepal’s captain, Rohit Bowdal, also contributed significantly to the team’s total by scoring 61 runs off just 27 balls, including 6 sixes and 2 fours. With the combined efforts of the team, Nepal managed to accumulate a massive total of 314 runs for the loss of 3 wickets at the end of their 20 overs. This extraordinary score also set a new record for the highest team total in the history of Twenty20 cricket, surpassing Afghanistan’s previous record of 278 runs.
In response, the Mongolian team struggled against Nepal’s bowling attack and was bowled out for a mere 41 runs. This comprehensive victory has further solidified Nepal’s position as a dominant force in Asian cricket.
Dipendra Singh’s sensational performance has not only garnered attention within the cricketing world but has also showcased the talent and potential of players from Nepal. As the 19th Asian Games continue, cricket fans around the world eagerly anticipate more thrilling matches and outstanding performances from all participating teams.
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